Mangoes

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Description/Taste

Mangoes range greatly in size, measuring anywhere from 5 to 30 centimeters in length, and weighing from 4 ounces up to 5 pounds. They have leathery, smooth skin, and they can vary in shape from long and slender, to kidney-shaped, or even somewhat round. Their skin is multi-colored with different blends of red, yellow and green, depending on the variety. The succulent, vibrant yellow to orange flesh is aromatic and juicy, with a texture similar to a peach. The flavor is complex and sweet, with notes of peach, coconut, and vanilla or caramel, and is sometimes balanced with a slight tartness. The skin of Mangoes is inedible, and actually contains a sap that can be irritating to some people.

Seasons/Availability

Mangoes are available year-round.

Current Facts

Mangoes are botanically classified as Mangifera Indica, which translates as “an Indian plant bearing Mangoes,” and they are known by many nicknames across the globe, such as King of Fruit, Apple of the Tropics, and even Fruit of the Gods. There are two races or strains of Mangoes, one from India and the other from the Philippines and Southeast Asia. They are a member of the cashew family alongside poison sumac and poison ivy, and contain the same itchy chemical, urushiol, in their skin. However, it’s less concentrated, and people will have different levels of reaction, or no reaction at all to contact. Mangoes are further categorized as a drupe, also known as a stone fruit. There are hundreds of varieties of Mangoes around the world, with about 1,000 in India alone, though only a few are marketed in the United States.

Nutritional Value

Mangoes are a good source of fiber, Vitamin A, Vitamin C, and potassium. They also contain natural enzymes that assist in breaking down proteins.

Applications

Mangoes can be used in both raw and cooked applications. Just like an avocado, a ripe Mango will give slightly to pressure. Note that the skin doesn't always indicate ripeness due to the variations in color among varieties. Mangoes are a popular ingredient for fresh salsas and chutneys, and are widely used in desserts and baked goods. Use Mangoes to flavor ice cream and gelato, blend or juice for smoothies and other drinks, or slice and dry for a naturally sweet snack. Mangoes contain natural enzymes that help break down proteins, and hence are commonly used in marinades to tenderize meats, like pork. In India, Mango is pureed and mixed with milk or cream and used as a dipping sauce for a type of baked pastry similar to a donut hole. In Thailand, it is used for Mango sticky rice, a traditional dessert made with rice, fresh Mango and coconut milk. The sweet-tart flavor of Mangoes compliments rich, creamy cheeses, and also balances the heat of smoky dishes, pairing well with jalapeno or chile. Mangoes can also be paired with other tropical fruits, apples, berries, citrus, melon and coconut, as well as flavors like vanilla, cinnamon, and caramel. Mangoes that are still firm will continue to ripen if stored at room temperature. Once fully ripe, they can be stored in the refrigerator for about 5 days.

Ethnic/Cultural Info

Mangoes are prominent in both folklore and theology, and have been an integral part of India's culture for at least 4,000 years as a symbol of love, pleasure and prosperity. In Hinduism, the god of love, Kama, decorates his bow and arrow with five flowers, the most potent arrow tipped with a Mango blossom. In ancient holy books from India, the Mango tree is called Kalpavriksha, which is Sanskrit for "wish-granting tree," and Buddha was said to have meditated in its shade. Even the paisley pattern, which was developed in India, is based on the shape of the Mango.

Geography/History

Mangoes are native to Southern Asia, especially Burma and eastern India, where they have been cultivated for thousands of years. The earliest mention of Mango is in the Hindu scripture dating back to 4000 BCE, though fossil evidence indicates that the Mango could be much older than that. Historians believe that Mangoes spread across the globe in the hands of traders and travelers, like Buddhist monks who exchanged the fruit as a gift, and Persian vendors who brought the fruit westward with the spice trade. The Portuguese, who landed in Calcutta in 1498, were the first to establish a Mango trade and introduce grafting on Mango trees. During the 16th and 17th centuries, sea-faring Portuguese explorers brought the Mango to Western Africa and eventually to Brazil, and from there the fruit made its way to the West Indies. It reached Mexico in the hands of Spanish explorers in the early 19th century, and finally made its way to the US in the mid 19th century, specifically Florida and California, where the fruit is still commercially cultivated. Today, Mangoes grow in tropical and subtropical climates all over the world, notably Brazil, Mexico, Ecuador, Guatemala, and Peru.

Featured Restaurants

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Recipe Ideas

Recipes that include Mangoes. One

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Paleo Newbie		Strawberry-Mango Grilled Paleo Chicken Salad
Fit Foodie Finds		Mango Guacamole
Cooking on the Weekends		Coconut Mango Baked Chicken
Mango Tomato		Mango,Watermelon Radish & Cucumber Salsa
Spinach Tiger		Mango Lime Rosemary Frozen Custard
FoodBeam		Mango Tart
My Food Story		Mango Bell Pepper Rice Paper Rolls
Key Ingredient		Apple-A-Day Green Smoothie
The Foodie Physician		Tropical Smoothie Bowl
Tara Deshpande		Dasheri Mango and Garlic Jam

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My Cooking Canvas		Ripe Mango Kalakand
Joy the Baker		Fresh Mango Bread
Masala Chilli		Mambazha Pulissery (Kerala Style Ripe Mango Curry)
Thirty Handmade Days		Mango Smoothie
Bakerita		Mango Tart
Giraffes Can Bake		Mango Banana Bread
40 Aprons		Whole30 Fish Taco Bowls with Mango Salsa, Chipotle Aioli, Coconut-Lime Cauliflower Rice
The Cafe Sucre Farine		Sweet and Spicy Mango Salad Dressing
Roti & Rice		Pineapple Fruit Bowl
The Clever Carrot		Coconut Mango Muffins
Lovely Little Kitchen		Chili Lime Salmon with Avocado Mango Salsa
Wall Flower Kitchen		Taste of India Smoothie
Eclectic Recipes		Black Bean Mango Quinoa Salad
Healthy Little Foodies		Healthy Popsicles for Babies and Toddlers
The Chili King		Aji Lemon & Mango Sauce
Just One Cookbook		Massaged Kale Salad with Mango
Natasha's Kitchen		Bacon Mango Fried Rice
Tangerine Zest		Frozen Mango and Clementine Yogurt
Running to the Kitchen		Sweet and Spicy Mango Shrimp
The Recipe Rebel		Mango Salsa
The Busy Baker		Mango Citrus Smoothie Bowl
Dolly and Oatmeal		Mango Poppy Seed Muffins
Glorious Treats		Mango Lime Cheesecake
My Kids Lick The Bowl		Baked Mango Chicken Bites
Just a Taste		Strawberry Mango Salsa
Downshiftology		Mango Smoothie
Garlic & Zest		Mango Colada Popsicles
Little Sweet Baker		Mango Pudding
Paleo Newbie		Paleo Stacked Smoked Salmon Appitizer
Yup, It's Vegan		Sugar-Free Tropical Raw Mango Tarts
Immaculate Bites		Mango Lemonade
Mel's Kitchen		Chili Lime Tacos with Mango Salsa
Just a Little Bit of Bacon		Easy Sauteed Shrimp And Mango Tacos
The Endless Meal		Tropical Summer Coconut Oatmeal
Lemon Tree Dwelling		Best Fruit Salsa
The Wanderlust Kitchen		Immune Boost Juice
The Foodie Physician		Tropical Shrimp Salad with Honey Chipotle Dressing
A Family Feast		Pineapple Mango Mahi Mahi and Vegetables over Rice
Healthy Little Foodies		Mango Lime Yogurt
Immaculate Bites		Mango Chutney
Home Cooking Memories		Pineapple Mango Fruit Salsa
Dassana's Veg Recipes		Mango Chaat \| Mango Bhel
Eat, Live, Run		Jicama Mango Salad with Zesty Lime Vinaigrette
Kitchen At Hoskins		Baked Mangoes with Honey Nut Streusel
Nyssa's Kitchen		Mango Lassi with Honey and Cayenne
Chef De Home		Moist Mango Pound Cake
Garlic & Zest		Mango Chillers
Paleo Bailey		Grilled Mahi Mahi with Mango Salsa and Coconut Cauliflower Rice
My New Roots		Garbanzo Bean Salad with Mexican Mango Dressing
Paleo Newbie		Grilled Halibut Steak with Mango-Pineapple-Avocado Salsa
Local Haven		Turmeric Mango Lassi
Chocolate With Grace		Mango Lemon Bars with Toasted Coconut
Dassana's Veg Recipes		Nurukku Manga Achar \| Kerala Style Instant Pickle For Sadhya
Jo Cooks		Coconut Shrimp with Mango Dipping Sauce
Miss Information		Mango Black Bean Salad
Grits and Pinecones		Shrimp Tacos with Mango Slaw
Paleo Newbie		Pale Mango Pineapple Crazy good Salsa
Carlsbad Cravings		Blackberry Honey Walnut Salad with Blackberry Balsamic Vinaigrette
Savory Spicerack		Mango Cheesecake with Macadamia Nut Crust
The Harvest Kitchen		Mango Coconut Ice Cream
Just a Taste		Healthy Homemade Mango Fruit Roll-Ups
Know Your Produce		Creamy Mango Ice Cream
Garlic & Zest		Mango and Golden Raisin Chutney