Pan-Seared Beef Strips with Spicy Mango Salsa

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-07-01 · Updated 2026-07-01

Tender pan-seared beef strips paired with a vibrant and spicy mango salsa that balances sweet, heat, and acidity for a fresh flavor punch. This Latin American-inspired beef recipe, ready in about 20 minutes, pairs flank steak, thinly sliced, olive oil, salt for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 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 "Plan a meal with the AI" 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

• 1 lb flank steak, thinly sliced
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 1 cup ripe mango, diced
• 1 small red chili pepper, finely chopped
• 1/4 cup red onion, finely diced
• 2 tbsp fresh lime juice
• 2 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped
• 1 tsp honey

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Pat 1 lb thinly sliced flank steak dry, then season with 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
2. Step 2: Add the beef strips in a single layer, searing for 2 minutes per side until browned but still tender. Remove beef from skillet and keep warm.
3. Step 3: In a bowl, combine 1 cup diced ripe mango, 1 small finely chopped red chili pepper, 1/4 cup finely diced red onion, 2 tbsp fresh lime juice, 2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro, and 1 tsp honey. Stir gently to combine.
4. Step 4: Serve the hot beef strips topped with the spicy mango salsa for a refreshing contrast of flavors.