Cisco Kid's Spicy Tuna Tacos with Mango Salsa

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-05 · Updated 2026-04-05

Flaky tuna tacos topped with vibrant mango salsa and a cooling avocado crema, inspired by Minnesota fishing lore. This Mexican seafood recipe, ready in about 25 minutes, pairs fresh tuna steak, mango, and red onion for a weeknight-friendly dinner. Each serving lands at about 380 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Build a week of meals around this recipe" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Ingredients

• 12 oz fresh tuna steak, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
• 1 medium mango, diced
• 1/4 cup finely diced red onion
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
• 2 tbsp lime juice
• 1 medium avocado, mashed
• 1/4 cup sour cream
• 8 corn tortillas
• 1 jalapeño, seeded and minced
• 1 tsp sesame oil
• 1/2 tsp soy sauce
• 1/4 tsp salt

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Toss tuna cubes with 1 tsp sesame oil, 1/2 tsp soy sauce, and 1/4 tsp salt. Heat a skillet over high heat, add tuna, and sear for 2 minutes per side until slightly charred and medium-rare inside.
2. Step 2: For salsa, combine mango, red onion, cilantro, lime juice, and minced jalapeño in a bowl. Mix until well combined and vibrant.
3. Step 3: For crema, blend avocado, sour cream, and a pinch of salt until smooth.
4. Step 4: Warm tortillas on a dry skillet for 15 seconds per side. Assemble tacos with seared tuna, mango salsa, and a dollop of avocado crema.
5. Step 5: Serve immediately while tortillas are pliable and flavors are bright.