Chicken-Amba (Mango Condiment) Sandwiches With Lime

Name: Chicken-Amba (Mango Condiment) Sandwiches With Lime Mayonnaise
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: For the Amba:; 2 mangoes, peeled and diced; 1 teaspoon kosher salt; 2 tablespoons safflower oil; 1 1/2 teaspoons black mustard seeds; 1 fresh red (Fresno) chili pepper, seeded and minced; 3/4 teaspoon ground fenugreek; 1 teaspoon ground cumin; 1 teaspoon sumac; 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper or to taste; Juice of 1/2 lime; Water as needed (have ready 1 cup); 2 tablespoons (packed) brown sugar; For the Sandwiches; 1 pound leftover roast chicken (weighed before boning), boned and torn into strips; 8 slices sourdough or other crusty bread; 4 tablespoons mayonnaise; Soft-leaf lettuce or arugula for garnish; 1 teaspoon ground cumin; 1 teaspoon lime juice; 1/2 Vidalia onion, sliced thinly; Sliced tomato for garnish

Servings: persons

For the Amba:
2 mangoes, peeled and diced
1 teaspoon kosher salt
2 tablespoons safflower oil
1 1/2 teaspoons black mustard seeds
1 fresh red (Fresno) chili pepper, seeded and minced
3/4 teaspoon ground fenugreek
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon sumac
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper or to taste
Juice of 1/2 lime
Water as needed (have ready 1 cup)
2 tablespoons (packed) brown sugar
For the Sandwiches
1 pound leftover roast chicken (weighed before boning), boned and torn into strips
8 slices sourdough or other crusty bread
4 tablespoons mayonnaise
Soft-leaf lettuce or arugula for garnish
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon lime juice
1/2 Vidalia onion, sliced thinly
Sliced tomato for garnish

1
To make the amba condiment, stir together the salt and mangoes in a nonreactive bowl. Cover and chill overnight.
2
The next day, heat a 3-quart heavy saucepan over low-medium heat and add the oil. Stir in the mustard seeds and heat until they sizzle and start to pop, then stir in the hot red pepper. Stir once or twice then add the mango and spices. Stir in the brown sugar, lime juice, and about 1/4 cup of water, bring to a simmer, and simmer, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking and adding water as needed, until tender and cooked through. Remove from heat and set aside.
3
Stir mayonnaise with lime juice and cumin and spread on each slice of sourdough bread. Layer each half with tomato slices, chicken, a dollop or two of amba, onion slices, and lettuce, and top each sandwich with remaining slice of bread, then serve.

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 22 ingredients. The key ingredients include: For the Amba:, 2 mangoes, peeled and diced, 1 teaspoon kosher salt, 2 tablespoons safflower oil, and more.

Yes, Chicken-Amba (Mango Condiment) Sandwiches With Lime Mayonnaise falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Chicken-Amba (Mango Condiment) Sandwiches With Lime Mayonnaise

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