Crispy Salmon Tacos with Mango Corn Salsa – Better Than Takeout
Crispy salmon tacos with a fresh, juicy mango corn salsa are ready in just 20 minutes. After making this many times, I’ve discovered the trick to perfectly crispy salmon every time. Jump to the recipe or keep reading for my best tips. If you love recipes like this, you’ll also enjoy Try these crispy Banza chicken bowls next! and Looking for more quick dinner ideas?.
Why This Crispy Salmon Tacos with Mango Corn Salsa – Better Than Takeout Is Pure Comfort
- Crispy salmon with a tender, flaky interior
- Fresh, sweet mango corn salsa that balances the rich salmon
- Ready in just 20 minutes for a quick, better-than-takeout dinner
- Easy to customize with your favorite toppings
What You'll Need for Crispy Salmon Tacos with Mango Corn Salsa – Better Than Takeout
Choosing the right ingredients makes a big difference, but this recipe is forgiving enough to work with what you have.
- Salmon fillets
- Mango
- Corn
- Red onion
- Cilantro
- Limes
- Tortillas
- Chili powder
- Cumin
- Salt
- Pepper
- Olive oil
- Garlic powder
- Honey
- Optional: Avocado
- Optional: Sour cream
- Optional: Shredded cheese
- Optional: Sliced jalapeños
đź“ť Ingredient Notes
- Salmon: Use skin-on fillets for crispier tacos.
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- Cast iron skillet — Even heat for perfectly crispy salmon. → See on Amazon
- Food processor — Quickly chops corn and onion for the salsa. → See on Amazon
How to Make Crispy Salmon Tacos with Mango Corn Salsa – Better Than Takeout
- Prepare the salsa: In a food processor, combine corn, red onion, cilantro, lime juice, honey, salt, and pepper. Pulse until combined. Transfer to a bowl and mix in diced mango.
- Season the salmon: Pat salmon fillets dry and season both sides with chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper. Drizzle with olive oil.
- Cook the salmon: Heat a cast iron skillet over medium-high heat. Add salmon fillets, skin-side down. Cook for 5-7 minutes, then flip and cook for another 2-4 minutes until crispy and cooked through.
- Assemble the tacos: Warm tortillas in a dry skillet or the microwave. Top each tortilla with a salmon fillet, mango corn salsa, and your choice of toppings.
Cook's Tips for Perfect Crispy Salmon Tacos with Mango Corn Salsa – Better Than Takeout
- Common mistake and fix: Don't overcook the salmon. It's easy to dry out. Check the temperature with a meat thermometer (145°F is perfect).
- Pro tip: For extra crispy skin, score the skin of the salmon fillets before cooking.
- Pro tip: Make the salsa ahead of time and store it in the fridge for up to 2 days.
Storing & Reheating Crispy Salmon Tacos with Mango Corn Salsa – Better Than Takeout
Short-Term Storage
Store in an airtight container in the fridge. Store leftover tacos in the fridge for up to 2 days. Make-ahead tip: The salsa can be made up to 2 days ahead.
Freezing Crispy Salmon Tacos with Mango Corn Salsa – Better Than Takeout
Not recommended for freezing.
How to Reheat Without Drying It Out
Oven: Reheat in the oven at 350°F for 5-7 minutes. Microwave: Reheat in the microwave for 30-45 seconds.
Recipe Notes
- Chef tip: For a spicy kick, add some diced jalapeños to the salsa.
- Best substitution: No mango? Use pineapple instead.
- Make-ahead: The salsa can be made ahead of time. Assemble the tacos just before serving.
- Scaling: This recipe can be easily doubled or tripled to serve more people.
- Troubleshooting: If your salmon is sticking to the pan, it's not hot enough. Make sure your pan is hot and well-oiled before adding the salmon.
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Crispy Salmon Tacos with Mango Corn Salsa – Better Than Takeout
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- Salmon fillets
- Mango
- Corn
- Red onion
- Cilantro
- Limes
- Tortillas
Seasonings
- Chili powder
- Cumin
- Salt
- Pepper
- Olive oil
- Garlic powder
- Honey
Optional Toppings
- Avocado
- Sour cream
- Shredded cheese
- Sliced jalapeños
Instructions
- Prepare the salsa: In a food processor, combine corn, red onion, cilantro, lime juice, honey, salt, and pepper. Pulse until combined. Transfer to a bowl and mix in diced mango.
- Season the salmon: Pat salmon fillets dry and season both sides with chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper. Drizzle with olive oil.
- Cook the salmon: Heat a cast iron skillet over medium-high heat. Add salmon fillets, skin-side down. Cook for 5-7 minutes, then flip and cook for another 2-4 minutes until crispy and cooked through.
- Assemble the tacos: Warm tortillas in a dry skillet or the microwave. Top each tortilla with a salmon fillet, mango corn salsa, and your choice of toppings.
Notes
- Chef tip: For a spicy kick, add some diced jalapeños to the salsa.
- Best substitution: No mango? Use pineapple instead.
- Make-ahead: The salsa can be made ahead of time. Assemble the tacos just before serving.
- Scaling: This recipe can be easily doubled or tripled to serve more people.
- Troubleshooting: If your salmon is sticking to the pan, it's not hot enough. Make sure your pan is hot and well-oiled before adding the salmon.
Storage
- Fridge: Store leftover tacos in the fridge for up to 2 days.
- Freezer: Not recommended for freezing.
- Oven reheat: Reheat in the oven at 350°F for 5-7 minutes.
- Microwave reheat: Reheat in the microwave for 30-45 seconds.
- Make ahead: The salsa can be made up to 2 days ahead.
Nutrition Per Serving
- Calories: 370
- Protein: 28g
- Fat: 15g
- Carbs: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Cholesterol: 70mg
- Sat. Fat: 2.5g
Nutritional values are estimates only. Actual values may vary by brand and portion size.
Crispy Salmon Tacos with Mango Corn Salsa – Better Than Takeout FAQs
Yes, the salsa can be made up to 2 days ahead and stored in the fridge.
If your salmon is sticking to the pan, it's not hot enough. Make sure your pan is hot and well-oiled before adding the salmon. You can also try scoring the skin of the salmon fillets before cooking.
No mango? Use pineapple instead.
Yes, you can use frozen salmon. Just make sure it's thawed completely before cooking.
Warm tortillas in a dry skillet over medium heat for about 30 seconds on each side, or wrap them in foil and heat in the oven at 300°F for 10-15 minutes.
A Warm Final Note
I can’t wait for you to try Crispy Salmon Tacos with Mango Corn Salsa – Better Than Takeout and see how effortlessly it comes together. When you make it, pop back here and leave a rating or share how it turned out — I love hearing from you!
