
Tandoori Chicken Tacos with Mango Salsa
These tacos bring together the best of Indian and Mexican cuisine. Tandoori-marinated chicken is grilled to perfection, then nestled in warm tortillas and topped with a vibrant mango salsa for a burst of fresh, sweet, and spicy flavors.
Ingredients
- •1.5 lb Boneless, skinless chicken thighs (cut into 1-inch pieces)
- •1 cup Plain yogurt (full fat)
- •2 tbsp Ginger-garlic paste
- •2 tbsp Lemon juice
- •2 tbsp Tandoori masala
- •1 tsp Turmeric powder
- •1 tsp Chili powder (or to taste)
- •1 tsp Salt (or to taste)
- •1 piece Mango (diced)
- •1 cup Red onion (finely diced)
- •1 cup Red bell pepper (finely diced)
- •1 piece Jalapeño (seeded and minced)
- •1 cup Cilantro (chopped)
- •2 tbsp Lime juice
- •8 piece Corn tortillas (small, street-style)
- •1 tbsp Vegetable oil
Instructions
- 1
In a bowl, combine yogurt, ginger-garlic paste, lemon juice, tandoori masala, turmeric powder, chili powder, and salt. Mix well.
- 2
Add chicken pieces to the marinade and ensure they are well coated. Marinate for at least 30 minutes, or up to 4 hours in the refrigerator.
- 3
While the chicken marinates, prepare the mango salsa. In a bowl, combine diced mango, red onion, red bell pepper, jalapeño, cilantro, and lime juice. Mix well and set aside.
- 4
Heat vegetable oil in a grill pan or outdoor grill over medium-high heat. Remove chicken from the marinade and grill for 6-8 minutes per side, or until cooked through and slightly charred.
- 5
Warm the tortillas according to package instructions. Fill each tortilla with grilled tandoori chicken and top with mango salsa.
- 6
Serve immediately and enjoy!
Chef's Tips
- 💡For a smokier flavor, use a charcoal grill.
- 💡Add a dollop of plain yogurt or sour cream on top of the tacos for extra creaminess.
- 💡Adjust the amount of jalapeño in the salsa to control the spice level.
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