Today’s Tasty Pick! Charred mango and steak salad recipe

Say hello to the salad that will make you rethink everything you thought you knew about greens!

This charred mango and steak salad is a mix of smoky, sweet, and savoury, all packed into one delicious bite. The juicy, caramelised mango brings the summer vibes, while the perfectly cooked steak adds a satisfying kick.

If you are in the mood for something a little different, this salad is here to impress. So go ahead and try it!

How to make a Charred mango and steak salad

Charred mango and steak salad
Serves: 4
Preparation time: 25 minutes
Cooking time: 20 minutes

Ingredients:

For the mango dressing:

• 60 ml (¼ cup) mango purée
• 1 garlic clove, crushed
• 5 ml (1 tsp) whole grain mustard
• 80 ml (⅓ cup) lemon juice
• 30 ml (2 tbsp) orange juice
• 60 ml (¼ cup) olive oil + extra
• 1 red chilli, thinly sliced (optional)
• Salt and pepper

For the salad:

• 2 slices sourdough bread
• 2 x 250 g beef steaks (like sirloin or rump)
• 1 mango, peeled and cheeks cut off
• 2.5 ml (½ tsp) Cajun spice
• 100 g mixed salad leaves
• 100 g white cheddar

Method:

1. For the dressing, mash together all the ingredients until smooth. Season with salt and pepper.

2. For the salad, drizzle the bread with extra oil and toast over hot coals. Tear into bite-size pieces. Keep aside.

3. Season the steaks with salt and pepper. Braai over hot coals for about 4 minutes each side for medium rare or until cooked to your liking. Set aside to rest for 5 minutes. Slice into thin strips.

4. Rub the flat, cut sides of the mango cheeks with extra oil and season with Cajun spice. Place cut side down on the braai grid over hot coals. Braai for about 3 minutes or until charred (braai only one side). Cut into thick strips.

5. Arrange the leaves, steak and mango on a serving plate. Sprinkle croutons over. Use a vegetable peeler to cut the cheddar into shavings and sprinkle over. Serve with the dressing.

Tips:

• The dressing can be blitzed in a food processor and stored in the fridge for up to 5 days.
• This recipe is a great way to use up leftover braaied meat.

*This recipe was sourced from South African Mango Growers’ Association

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