Who said pineapples and mangoes were just for desserts? Why not add a taste of the tropics to your savory dishes? From mango chicken curry and pineapple pork chops to star fruit salsa and jackfruit pot roast, these island-inspired recipes bring a bright burst of flavor to your table. Get ready for a tropical culinary adventure as we showcase the savory side of your favorite tropical fruits!
Mango Salsa
This simple salsa takes advantage of ripe, juicy mangos. This colorful mix from The Simple Veganista combines fresh mango, red and green bell peppers, red onion, cilantro, and lime juice for an appetizer that will bring the “wow” to your table. This salsa goes great with tortilla chips, tacos, fish, and so much more!
Pan-Seared Black Cod with Tropical Fruit Salsa
This Mediterranean-style dish from Julia’s Album pairs fresh, tropical salsa with pan-seared black cod for a sophisticated, light dish you’ll love! This salsa is made with pineapple and cantaloupe, imparting a taste of the tropics in every bite. If you don’t have black cod, use any white fish such as tilapia, halibut, or mahi mahi.
Mango Chicken Curry
The pairing of mango and coconut in this chicken curry from Simply Recipes is an excellent combination! Aromatic spices like cumin, curry powder, ginger, and vinegar offset the sweetness of the mango for a dish with loads of flavor and just the right amount of spice. The full-fat coconut milk adds a creamy richness that will keep this dish firmly planted in your culinary rotation.
Pineapple Pork Chops
These pineapple pork chops from The Endless Meal are healthy, tasty, and oh-so-easy to make! The sweet sauce in this dish is a flavorful blend of pineapples, honey, soy sauce, and garlic. This is a great one for a quick weeknight meal. It only takes about 25 minutes from start to finish.
Pepe Chingri (Green Papaya Prawn Curry)
This popular Bengali curry comes from the coastal region of West Bengal. Expect layers upon layers of flavor with ingredients like raw green papaya, mustard oil, prawns, turmeric, cumin, red chili powder, and coriander. This one might take you a little out of your comfort zone so have fun with it!
Puerto Rican Sweet and Savory Guava Dip
This Puerto Rican guava dip will be the hit at your next get-together. This creamy dip from All That’s Jas starts by making a guava sauce with guava paste – but don’t let that intimidate you. It’s a lot easier than it sounds! The whole dip only takes about 15 minutes to whip up. Serve with crackers or pita chips.
Jackfruit Pot Roast
Jackfruit does an excellent job of mimicking meat. This faux pot roast from Food with Feeling is so good, you won’t believe it’s meat-free! Not only is this a hearty, meaty dish, but the jackfruit even looks like meat! Dig in!
Coconut Lime Chicken
If you’re looking for new ways to jazz up chicken night, this recipe from Saucy Kitchen is for you. Coconut and limes – two tropical fruits that are popular worldwide – add a wow factor to this sensational sauce. The best part about this dish is that it’s made in one skillet and can be prepped and ready to go in about 30 minutes. It’s also Whole 30-approved, paleo, and dairy-free to boot!
Grilled Salmon with Star Fruit Salsa
This is a great recipe to kick things up a notch on the grill! This delicious meal from Simply So Healthy is loaded with nutrients so you can feel good about eating it too. Star fruit is the MVP of this dish (you can often find this pretty mildly sweet fruit right at H-E-B), but the salmon is pretty great too! This meal ticks all the healthy boxes – it’s gluten-free, dairy-free, keto, grain-free, and low-carb.
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