Fish with Mango Salsa
This vibrant and flaky fish topped with sweet and tangy mango salsa is a quick, refreshing, and restaurant-quality meal.
Ingredients
- •4 firm white fish fillets (such as tilapia, mahi-mahi, or cod, about 6 oz each)
- •2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
- •1 teaspoon chili powder
- •1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
- •1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- •Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
- •2 ripe mangoes, peeled, pitted, and finely diced
- •1/2 red bell pepper, finely diced
- •1/4 red onion, finely minced
- •1 jalapeño, seeded and finely minced
- •1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- •2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
Instructions
- 1
In a medium bowl, combine the diced mangoes, red bell pepper, red onion, jalapeño, cilantro, and fresh lime juice, then season with a pinch of salt and toss gently to combine; set the salsa aside to let the flavors meld.
- 2
In a small bowl, mix together the chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, 1 teaspoon of salt, and 1/2 teaspoon of black pepper.
- 3
Pat the fish fillets completely dry with paper towels and brush both sides lightly with 1 tablespoon of olive oil, then season generously with the spice mixture.
- 4
Heat the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- 5
Add the fish fillets to the hot skillet and cook undisturbed for 3 to 4 minutes until a golden-brown crust forms.
- 6
Carefully flip the fillets and cook for another 2 to 3 minutes, or until the fish is opaque throughout and flakes easily with a fork.
- 7
Transfer the cooked fish to serving plates and top each fillet generously with the fresh mango salsa before serving.
💡 Chef tips
- You can make the mango salsa up to 4 hours in advance and store it in the refrigerator; just add the salt right before serving to prevent it from getting too watery.
- Leftover fish can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days, but it is best enjoyed immediately after cooking.
- If you are not a fan of cilantro, you can substitute it with fresh flat-leaf parsley or mint for a different herbal twist.
✅ How it should turn out
The finished dish features perfectly flaky, spiced fish crowned with a colorful, sweet, and zesty mango salsa that delivers a delightful balance of tropical flavors.