Last Updated on January 9, 2022 by
Mango with chili powder and lemon is a delicious combination that is both savory and sweet at the same time! This delicious snack is great for eating on the go and is packed with many benefits and nutrients. It is also surprisingly quick and easy to make!
There are only a few steps and it is a great recipe for beginners to follow along with. This delicious snack can be made during Summer for a tasty and refreshing treat. It only takes approximately 5-10 minutes to make and eat!
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Where Does Mango With Chili Powder And Lemon Come From?
Mango with chili powder has its origins in Mexico. There is not a lot known about the start of this delicious treat. However, it is often eaten in Mexico and the U.S. Although this is the case, it is a snack enjoyed throughout the world.
Chili peppers and limes grow naturally and abundantly in Mexico. These two ingredients when combined form a scrumptious flavor that can be added to just about any type of food! Although it is easy to buy chili powder in stores, homemade chili powder is the best!
Whenever you make your own chili powder from scratch, you have the ability to add extra seasonings and change the serving size. The great thing about Mango with chili powder though, is that you can always purchase Tajin in stores and add it to a Mango!
What Are The Benefits Of Eating A Chili-lime Mango?
Did you know that there are health benefits to eating chili lime mango? Well, there are plenty! Chili peppers are hot, bright, and flavorful. However, they are also very nutritious. You can eat Chili peppers to boost your heart health and increase your digestive system and metabolism. This can lead to weight loss over time. The spices for mango can be both delicious and beneficial!
Mangos have just as many health benefits as chili peppers! For instance, Mangos are fruits that provide antioxidants and are high in Vitamin C, providing you with over 60% of your daily intake. With all of these benefits, it is hard to resist wanting to make and eat chili lime mangos!
What You Will Need To Make Mango With Chili Powder And Lemon
Ingredients
- 2 Mangos Peeled and Sliced
- 2 tbsp. of Chili Peppers
- 1 Lemon
- 3 Limes
- 1 tsp. of Sea Salt
Equipment
- Fine Grater
- Plate
- Large Bowl
- Cutting Board
- Knife
- Small Container
Step by Step Instructions
Step 1: Peel and Cut the Mangos
Although this article calls for only 2 mangos, you can always add more if you are feeding your friends and family! During the first step, peel the mangos. You can do this with a potato peeler or by making a small cut into the peel of the mango and pulling.
Make sure that the mangos are ripe and sweet enough. Slice the mangos into wedges and place them aside in a bowl or plate.
Step 2: Grate the Limes and Lemon
Using a fine grater, grate the outside of 2 limes. This step can be tricky and it requires a thin grater so that large chunks of lime are not added to your limes. You should only use the very outer layer of the lime. Don’t use any of the white pieces of the lime as it is bitter and not sweet or acidic.
Repeat the steps above for the lemon as well. Slice the remaining limes into wedges to use as a topping.
Step 3: Place the Ingredients Together in a Large Bowl
Taking the large bowl, pour the ingredients in, not including the mango. In the bowl should be the finely grated lemon and lime zests, as well as the sea salt and chili peppers. Mix them together well and place them into a small container to store.
Step 4: Sprinkle the Mixture and Serve
During this last and final step, sprinkle the mixture you created above on top of your mango slices. You can also squeeze lemon and lime juice on top for a pop of flavor!
Tips and Tricks on Preparing Chili Powder and Lemon
The best thing about Mangoes with chili and lime is that it is easy to make! While this is the case, there is a lot of flexibility when making this treat. One tip I have for you is to use cold limes and lemons. If you have the chance, place the limes and lemons into the fridge before grating. Not only does this make the process easier, but it also enhances the acidic and sour flavors.
Another trick is to make your own chili peppers! While it is quicker to buy a mix and use it in your recipe, you can also dehydrate chili peppers at home. The process is not hard but does take time. However, it is worth it as fresh chili peppers give the mangos a kick and last longer!
You can also dry fresh mango slices to eat later with chili powder baked into it! If you want a long-lasting snack you can preserve for weeks or months at a time, you can dry mango slices by using the oven and baking them or by air frying them. Once they are dried, you can add the mixture on top or bake them with the mixture. Either way, you are in for a treat!
Also, don’t be intimidated by Mangos with chili and lime! While some people prefer to eat mangos sliced, you have the creative freedom to cut the mangos any way you would like. For example, you can pit the mango and cut the fruit into cubes, while keeping the peel on.
Conclusion
All in all, this treat is easy to make and a delight! There are a lot of health benefits that Mangos, limes, and chili peppers provide! What do you think of this article? Did you learn anything new? Let us know in the comment section below.
If you know someone who wants to learn about how to prepare and store mango with chili and lemon, share this article with them! It may inspire your friends or family to try this treat too!
Mango With Chili Powder And Lemon
Equipment
- Fine Grater
- Plate
- Large bowl
- Cutting board
- Knife
- Small Container
Ingredients
- 2 Mangos Peeled and Sliced
- 2 tbsp. of Chili Peppers
- 1 Lemon
- 3 Limes
- 1 tsp. of Sea Salt
Instructions
- Although this article calls for only 2 mangos, you can always add more if you are feeding your friends and family! During the first step, peel the mangos. You can do this with a potato peeler or by making a small cut into the peel of the mango and pulling.
- Make sure that the mangos are ripe and sweet enough. Slice the mangos into wedges and place them aside in a bowl or plate.
- Using a fine grater, grate the outside of 2 limes. This step can be tricky and it requires a thin grater so that large chunks of lime are not added to your limes. You should only use the very outer layer of the lime. Don't use any of the white pieces of the lime as it is bitter and not sweet or acidic.
- Repeat the steps above for the lemon as well. Slice the remaining limes into wedges to use as a topping.
- Taking the large bowl, pour the ingredients in, not including the mango. In the bowl should be the finely grated lemon and lime zests, as well as the sea salt and chili peppers. Mix them together well and place them into a small container to store.
- During this last and final step, sprinkle the mixture you created above on top of your mango slices. You can also squeeze lemon and lime juice on top for a pop of flavor!
Notes
Casia is a passionate home cook who loves to share her love of Mexican food with the world. She has been cooking since she was a child, helping her grandmother in the kitchen and learning the traditional techniques used to create delicious Mexican dishes. Casia loves to experiment with new ingredients and flavors, always looking for ways to make her dishes even more flavorful. She is also passionate about teaching others about Mexican cuisine and its rich history. When she is not in the kitchen, Casia enjoys exploring new cultures, traveling, and spending time with her family.