Recipe

Mangoes are a delightful fruit that can be used in a variety of recipes, from refreshing drinks to delectable desserts. Here are five simple mango recipes to try at home:

1. Mango Lassi

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A traditional Indian yogurt-based drink, mango lassi is both refreshing and easy to make.

Ingredients:

• 1 ripe mango, peeled and chopped

• 1 cup plain yogurt

• 1/2 cup milk

• 2 tablespoons sugar (adjust to taste)

• A pinch of cardamom powder (optional)

• Ice cubes

Instructions:

1. Place all ingredients in a blender.

2. Blend until smooth.

3. Pour into glasses and serve chilled.

Recommended tool:
Vitamix 5200 Blender – Buy here

2. Mango Salsa

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This vibrant salsa pairs well with grilled meats or as a topping for tacos.

Ingredients:

• 2 ripe mangoes, diced

• 1/2 red onion, finely chopped

• 1 red bell pepper, diced

• 1 jalapeño, seeded and minced

• Juice of 1 lime

• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro

• Salt to taste

Instructions:

1. Combine all ingredients in a bowl.

2. Mix well and let sit for 10 minutes to allow flavors to meld.

3. Serve with chips or as a condiment.

3. Mango Sticky Rice

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A popular Thai dessert combining sweet coconut-infused rice with fresh mango slices.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup glutinous (sticky) rice

• 1 1/2 cups coconut milk

• 1/2 cup sugar

• 1/4 teaspoon salt

• 2 ripe mangoes, peeled and sliced

Instructions:

1. Soak the rice for 4 hours, then drain.

2. Steam rice until tender, about 20–30 minutes.

3. Heat coconut milk with sugar and salt until dissolved.

4. Pour most of the coconut mixture over the rice. Let sit for 30 minutes.

5. Serve rice with mango and a drizzle of the reserved coconut sauce.

4. Mango Sorbet

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A light and refreshing dessert that’s perfect for summer.

Ingredients:

• 4 ripe mangoes, peeled and chopped

• 1/4 cup sugar (adjust as needed)

• 1 tablespoon lemon juice

Instructions:

1. Puree mangoes, sugar, and lemon juice in a blender until smooth.

2. Freeze in a shallow container, stirring every 30 minutes for 2 hours.

3. Once firm, scoop and serve.

Recommended tool:
Ninja BN701 Professional Plus Blender – Buy here

5. Mango Chia Pudding

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This healthy dessert is both nutritious and satisfying.

Ingredients:

• 1 ripe mango, peeled and pureed

• 1 cup coconut milk

• 1/4 cup chia seeds

• 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup (optional)

Instructions:

1. Mix coconut milk, chia seeds, and sweetener. Let sit 10 minutes, stir again.

2. Refrigerate at least 4 hours or overnight.

3. Layer chia pudding with mango puree in serving glasses.

4. Top with fresh mango or nuts.

Helpful Tools for Mango Recipes:

• Zyliss 3-in-1 Mango Tool – $19.95

• Chef’n Split’n Pit Mango Tool – $12.99

• Cuisinart Food Processor, Pro Custom 11 Cup, Brushed Chrome - $161.63

• Natural Dried Mango

• Mango Flavoring