




Mangoes
Inventory, 8 ct : 93.86
This item was last sold on : 01/28/23
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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.
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![]() ![]() About 19 days ago, 1/09/23 Sharer's comments : Brasilian exotic mangoes next to local pears and pomegranates ![]() ![]() About 24 days ago, 1/05/23 Sharer's comments : Mangos! ![]() About 39 days ago, 12/20/22 Sharer's comments : mangga irwin ![]() ![]()
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Near Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, Canary Islands, SpainEdificio Dunas Canteras, C. Fernando Guanarteme, 151, 35010 Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, Las Palmas, Spain About 47 days ago, 12/13/22 ![]() ![]() About 53 days ago, 12/07/22 Sharer's comments : Mangos frescos! ![]() About 61 days ago, 11/29/22 Sharer's comments : mangga irwin ![]() ![]()
Tienda Éxito Avenida Colombia
Near Medellin, Antioquia, ColombiaCra. 66 ##No. 49 - 01 Medellin Antioquia 574-605-0307 https://www.exito.com/ About 115 days ago, 10/06/22 Sharer's comments : Margot escoge los mangos más frescos para su ensalada ![]() ![]() About 117 days ago, 10/04/22 Sharer's comments : Huge Mangoes from China for $3 a piece ![]() ![]()
Carulla El Poblado
Near Medellin, Antioquia, ColombiaMedellín 604-251-6789 About 203 days ago, 7/10/22 Sharer's comments : Mangos con sal o solos, una delicia! ![]() ![]()
Waterfront market Dubai, UAE
Near Dubayy, United Arab EmiratesDeira Enrichment Project - Al Khaleej St - Deira - Dubai - United Arab Emirates https://waterfrontmarket.ae/ About 254 days ago, 5/20/22 Sharer's comments : Mangos at Dubai Waterfront market ![]() ![]()
Frutas y Vegetales
Near Miami, Florida, United States2051 NW 15th Ave Miami FL 33142 786-299-4858 About 258 days ago, 5/16/22 ![]() ![]()
Food Town Grocery
Near Davie, Florida, United States6431 Stirling Rd Davie Davie FL 33314 1-954-797-7791 About 261 days ago, 5/13/22 Sharer's comments : Haden Variety ![]() ![]()
Atkins Nursery
Near Del Mar, California, United States3129 Reche Rd, Fallbrook, CA 760-728-1610 About 288 days ago, 4/16/22 ![]() ![]()
Central Mayorista Medellin
Near Itagui, Antioquia, ColombiaCalle 85 #48-01 Medellin Antioquia About 303 days ago, 4/01/22 ![]() ![]()
Tienda Éxito Avenida Colombia
Near Medellin, Antioquia, ColombiaCra. 66 ##No. 49 - 01 Medellin Antioquia 574-605-0307 https://www.exito.com/ About 354 days ago, 2/09/22 Sharer's comments : Escoger frutas es todo un proceso ![]() About 411 days ago, 12/14/21 Sharer's comments : mangga irwin ![]() ![]()
South Beach Farmers Market
Near Miami Beach, United StatesAbout 434 days ago, 11/21/21 ![]() ![]()
Manso Produce
Near Miami, Florida, United States2186 NW 13th ave miami fl 33142 305-797-1894 About 435 days ago, 11/20/21 ![]() ![]()
Ray Subtropical Farm
Near Del Mar, California, United StatesRainbow Valley, CA 760-213-1436 About 449 days ago, 11/06/21 ![]() ![]()
Atkins Nursery
Near Fairbanks Ranch, California, United States3129 Reche Rd, Fallbrook, CA 760-728-1610 About 469 days ago, 10/17/21 ![]() ![]()
Mango market
California, United StatesBanks street,Mall 22، South Sinai Governorate, Egypt About 573 days ago, 7/05/21 Sharer's comments : Egyptian mangoes in Mango market ![]() ![]()
Ecofreshmarket
California, United StatesKazakhfilm micro district, 17/1, Almaty, Kazakhstan About 686 days ago, 3/14/21 Sharer's comments : Mangoes from Peru ![]() ![]()
Ecofreshmarket
California, United StatesKazakhfilm micro district, Almaty, Kazakhstan About 726 days ago, 2/02/21 Sharer's comments : Exotic mangoes from Brasil are available in winter in Almaty |