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14.11.2024

Smokey Blackened Chipotle Salmon Tacos with Citrus Mango, Corn Salsa & Coriander Crema

Get ready for a flavour explosion! These Smokey Blackened Chipotle Salmon Tacos are loaded with bold, spicy salmon, zesty citrus mango corn salsa & a creamy coriander crema. Perfectly balanced & irresistibly delicious—an easy dinner that’s sure to impress! 

Recipe & Photography by Cecile Vadas @cecilevadas

makes: 4 | time: 30 mins

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Ingredients:
  • 4 salmon fillets, skin removed
  • 12 Don Cholita Tortillas
  • 3 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 tsp Gran Luchito chipotle
  • 2 tsp Black Dog Honey
  • 1 tsp Loving Body smoked paprika
  • Salt & pepper

Salsa

  • 1 mango, diced
  • 1 corn cob, steamed & kernels cut off cob
  • 1/4 lemon or lime, juiced
  • 1/2 tsp sea salt
  • 1/2 jalapeño, sliced
  • 1 avocado, diced
  • 2 tbsp crumbled feta (optional)
  • 1 tbsp finely chopped coriander

Crema

  • 3/4 cup finely chopped coriander (option to blend this too)
  • 1/2 cup mayo, sour cream or yoghurt
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp onion powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt

 

Method:
  1. In a food blender, add the crema ingredients & pulse until smooth. Pour into a side dish & refrigerate until needed.
  2. Preheat the oven to 200°C & line a baking tray with parchment paper.
  3. Cube the salmon fillets & add to a bowl with olive oil, chipotle, honey, paprika & mix well. Spread evenly on the baking tray & bake for 10-12 minutes. Finish under grill setting for a further 2 minutes or until just charred.
  4. Meanwhile, in a medium bowl, mix the salsa ingredients & seasoning to taste.
  5. Warm the Don Cholita tortillas according to the instructions.
  6. Layer the coriander crema, salmon & salsa, sprinkling with fresh lemon or lime juice & sea salt to finish.

 

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