Chili Lime Salmon Bites with Mango Slaw Recipe
Chili Lime Salmon Bites with Mango Slaw is a vibrant and flavorful dinner recipe featuring tender salmon chunks seasoned with tangy Tajín and a hint of honey, served atop a refreshing mango and cabbage slaw dressed with lime and cilantro. This dish offers a perfect balance of spicy, sweet, and zesty flavors, with a quick and easy stovetop cooking process ideal for a nutritious weeknight meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Mexican-inspired
- Diet: Low Fat
Ingredients
Salmon Bites
- 2 pounds salmon, cut into chunks
- 1 ½ tablespoons Tajín seasoning (or any chili lime seasoning)
- 1 tablespoon avocado oil
- ¼ cup water
- 3 tablespoons honey
- Herby summer sauce (optional)
- Jasmine rice (optional)
Mango Slaw
- 1 small cabbage, thinly sliced
- 1 mango, thinly sliced
- ½ red onion, thinly sliced
- ½ cup fresh cilantro, plus more for sprinkling
- 3 tablespoons freshly squeezed lime juice
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- Kosher salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Season the Salmon: Generously season the salmon chunks all over with the Tajín seasoning, adding more if you prefer a stronger chili lime flavor.
- Cook the Salmon: Heat the avocado oil in a large cast iron skillet over medium heat. Arrange the salmon pieces in a single layer (you may need to cook in batches). Cook each side for 2 to 3 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.
- Prepare Honey Glaze: In a small bowl, whisk together the honey and water until combined. Pour this mixture into the skillet with the salmon and let it bubble and simmer for 1 to 2 minutes to create a flavorful glaze. Then remove from heat.
- Make the Mango Slaw: In a large bowl, combine the thinly sliced cabbage, mango, red onion, and cilantro. Whisk together the lime juice, olive oil, and a big pinch of salt and pepper. Pour the dressing over the slaw and toss well. Let it sit for 5 minutes, then toss again to evenly distribute the flavors.
- Serve: Plate the salmon bites over a bed of the mango slaw. Optionally, add jasmine rice on the side and drizzle with herby summer sauce. Garnish with additional fresh cilantro before serving.
Notes
- Tajin seasoning can be substituted with any chili lime seasoning or a mix of chili powder and lime zest.
- Cooking salmon in batches ensures even searing and prevents overcrowding the pan.
- The mango slaw can be made ahead and refrigerated for up to 2 hours for the flavors to meld.
- For a low-carb option, serve without jasmine rice.
- Use fresh, ripe mango for the best sweetness in the slaw.