10 Must-Try Mango Recipes for a Scrumptious Summer

Top 10 Mango Recipes to Try This Summer

Mango, the king of fruits, is not just delicious but also incredibly versatile. From salads and smoothies to curries and desserts, mango can be used in a myriad of ways. Here are our top 10 mango recipes that you must try this summer.

1. Mango Salsa

Ingredients:

• 1 ripe mango
• 1 medium red onion
• 1 jalapeno
• A handful of fresh cilantro
• Juice of 1 lime
• Salt to taste

Instructions:

1. Peel and dice the mango and red onion.
2. Remove the seeds from the jalapeno and finely chop it.
3. Chop the cilantro.
4. In a bowl, combine all the ingredients. Add lime juice and salt.
5. Mix well and let it sit for 10 minutes before serving.

2. Mango Smoothie

Ingredients:

• 1 ripe mango
• 1 banana
• 1/2 cup of Greek yogurt
• 1/2 cup of almond milk
• 1 tablespoon of honey

Instructions:

1. Peel and chop the mango and banana.
2. In a blender, add the mango, banana, Greek yogurt, almond milk, and honey.
3. Blend until smooth and creamy.
4. Pour into a glass and serve chilled.

3. Mango Ice Cream

Ingredients:

• 2 ripe mangoes
• 1 cup of heavy cream
• 1/2 cup of condensed milk
• 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract

Instructions:

1. Peel and chop the mangoes.
2. In a blender, add the mangoes and blend until smooth.
3. In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream until soft peaks form.
4. Add the condensed milk and vanilla extract to the whipped cream and mix well.
5. Fold in the mango puree.
6. Pour the mixture into a container and freeze for at least 6 hours or overnight.
7. Serve chilled.

4. Mango Salad

Ingredients:

• 1 ripe mango
• 1 cucumber
• 1 red bell pepper
• A handful of fresh mint leaves
• Juice of 1 lime
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Peel and dice the mango, cucumber, and red bell pepper.
2. Chop the mint leaves.
3. In a bowl, combine all the ingredients. Add lime juice, salt, and pepper.
4. Mix well and serve chilled.

5. Mango Chutney

Ingredients:

• 2 ripe mangoes
• 1/2 cup of sugar
• 1/2 cup of vinegar
• 1 onion
• 1 garlic clove
• 1 teaspoon of ginger
• 1 teaspoon of turmeric
• 1 teaspoon of cumin

Instructions:

1. Peel and chop the mangoes and onion. Mince the garlic.
2. In a saucepan, combine all the ingredients.
3. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for about 1 hour, or until the chutney has thickened.
4. Allow the chutney to cool before serving.

6. Mango Curry

Ingredients:

• 2 ripe mangoes
• 1 onion
• 2 garlic cloves
• 1 tablespoon of curry powder
• 1 can of coconut milk
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Peel and chop the mangoes and onion. Mince the garlic.
2. In a pan, sauté the onion and garlic until soft.
3. Add the curry powder and cook for another minute.
4. Add the mangoes and coconut milk. Season with salt and pepper.
5. Simmer for about 20 minutes, or until the curry has thickened.
6. Serve the curry with rice.

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7. Mango Lassi

Ingredients:

• 1 ripe mango
• 1 cup of plain yogurt
• 1/2 cup of milk
• 2 tablespoons of sugar
• A pinch of cardamom

Instructions:

1. Peel and chop the mango.
2. In a blender, add the mango, yogurt, milk, sugar, and cardamom.
3. Blend until smooth and creamy.
4. Pour into a glass and serve chilled.

8. Mango Pudding

Ingredients:

• 2 ripe mangoes
• 1 cup of milk
• 1/2 cup of sugar
• 2 teaspoons of gelatin

Instructions:

1. Peel and chop the mangoes.
2. In a blender, add the mangoes and blend until smooth.
3. In a saucepan, heat the milk and sugar until the sugar is dissolved.
4. Sprinkle the gelatin over the milk and stir until the gelatin is dissolved.
5. Add the mango puree to the milk mixture and mix well.
6. Pour the mixture into individual serving dishes and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or until set.
7. Serve chilled.

9. Mango Sorbet

Ingredients:

• 3 ripe mangoes
• 1 cup of sugar
• Juice of 1 lime

Instructions:

1. Peel and chop the mangoes.
2. In a blender, add the mangoes, sugar, and lime juice.
3. Blend until smooth.
4. Pour the mixture into a container and freeze for at least 4 hours, or until firm.
5. Serve chilled.

10. Mango Cheesecake

Ingredients:

• 2 ripe mangoes
• 1 cup of cream cheese
• 1/2 cup of sugar
• 1/2 cup of heavy cream
• 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
• 1 pre-made graham cracker crust

Instructions:

1. Peel and chop the mangoes.
2. In a blender, add the mangoes and blend until smooth.
3. In a separate bowl, beat the cream cheese and sugar until smooth.
4. Add the mango puree, heavy cream, and vanilla extract to the cream cheese mixture and mix well.
5. Pour the mixture into the graham cracker crust and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or until set.
6. Serve chilled.

Remember, the key to a great recipe is to use fresh ingredients and to taste as you go. Happy cooking!