Get the collection of mango recipes using ripe and raw mangoes. You’ll find a range of dishes from breakfast to pickles, salads, main courses, and desserts.
These dishes are made from unripe, tart green mangoes and ripened, sweet mangoes. Unripe mangoes are often used in savoury dishes such as curries, pickles and rice based dishes. In contrast, ripe sweet mangoes are more commonly used in desserts, salads and sweet breakfast dishes.
The best part about these recipes is that many of them use mango pulp or frozen mango or in some recipes, they can be used instead of fresh ones. These recipes come in handy when you crave a mango dish, but you don’t have fresh ones at home or they are no longer available in the market and you don’t want to wait for the next season.
What is Raw Mango?
Raw mango is an unripe fruit with a green colour, firm texture and sour taste. They are harvested before ripening. The terms raw mango, green mango and unripe mango are just different terms used for the same thing. Raw mango is widely used in South Asian and Indian cuisine, green mango is prominently used in Southeast Asian cuisine and unripe mango is the term used in Western countries. Using these terms interchangeably often creates confusion for readers.
How to Pick Mangoes?
For raw mangoes, pick those with a vibrant green colour and feel firm and hard. Make sure there are no cuts, black spots or bruises and the skin is smooth and tight without wrinkles. If you want to use them for Indian dishes such as curries, rice and pickles, choose sour unripe green mango and avoid those with yellow patches as it indicates ripening. A slight green shade is ok, but avoid those showing any signs of yellowing.
For ripe mangoes, the colour can be misleading, as it varies depending on the variety. So, typical yellow, red or light green does not always mean the fruit is ripe. Instead, check its aroma, skin texture and firmness. Ripe mango should feel slightly soft when gently pressed, but avoid those that are mushy or too hard. Ripe mangoes usually have a sweet and fruity aroma near stem, the ones without any aroma may still be underripe. Choose the ones with smooth skin without any cuts or overly bruised. A few spots are fine as they are a sign of sweetness.
Easy Sweet and Savoury Mango Recipes
Raw Mango Recipes
Instant Pot Mango Dal (Andhra Style Mamidikaya Pappu)
Mango Dal – tangy and tasty lentil curry made with raw mango, toor dal (split pigeon peas) and basic spices. It is also called Mango Pappu / Mamidikaya Pappu goes well with rice.
Try this classic South Indian dish mamidikaya pappu, a blend of unripe mangoes and lentils and spiced with aromatic spices. It is a vegan dish and makes a comforting meal on midweek when paired with rice or chapati.
Avakaya – a popular variety of mango pickle originating from south India, particularly the Telugu-speaking regions. This classic pickle is renowned for its unique flavour and fiery spice level.
Green mango chutney – a spicy and tangy south Indian style chutney that is a classic accompaniment with rice and curry. In general, a traditional south Indian meal is incomplete without pickle/ chutney and varieties of side dishes. Chutney is an all-time favourite accompaniment in Indian regional cuisine.
3 Ingredient Mango Mousse (Eggless and Gelatin free)
A heavenly dessert mango mousse made with just 3 ingredients and gets ready in a jiffy. This gluten-free, gelatin-free and eggless treat is an ideal summer dessert and a perfect individual dessert to serve your family and friends on special occasions.
Mango Pudding – luscious, soft and fruity dessert that is incredibly easy to make with just 4 ingredients. It is a gluten free, dairy free and gelatine free crowd-pleasing vegan dessert that can be made in advance.
Mango Lassi is one of the favourite beverages in India during summer which is also a mango season. This popular and refreshing Lassi is a smooth, thick and delicious blend of mango pulp and yogurt with a touch of cardamom.
Mango oatmeal breakfast – a tasty, wholesome and creamy dish made with simple ingredients. It takes just 15 minutes to prepare and makes a filling breakfast to kick-start your day.
Mango chia seed pudding is a nutritious and filling breakfast dish prepared with milk, fresh mango and chia seeds. This gluten free sweet dish is easy to prepare and ideal to include in a weekly meal plan.
A refreshing mango avocado salad made with few ingredients in just 5 minutes. It is an easy vegan, gluten free and oil free seasonal salad great to enjoy as a side dish or as a main meal.
Creamy and delicious mango milkshake without ice cream is made with just 4 ingredients and gets ready in 5 minutes. The interesting part of this mango milkshake recipe is that you don't need a blender to make it.
Mango Phirni is a delicious Indian dessert made with rice, milk, sugar, and fresh mango. This rich and creamy treat is perfect for special occasions or as a refreshing summer dessert.
Mango cherry popsicles – dairy free, gluten free and refined sugar free kid-friendly summer treat made with just 3 ingredients. Ideal as an after-school snack or an indulgence to relish anytime on a hot sunny day.
Mango Lemonade – refreshing, bubbly, super coolant tropical summer drink that is incredibly easy to make and gets ready in just 5 minutes. Sparkling lemonade made with fresh lemon juice and mango is a perfect mango drink to enjoy on hot summer days.
Mango overnight oats – an incredibly easy to make breakfast and an easy way to start the busy day. Delicious overnight oats flavoured with mango pulp and topped with raisins and nuts makes a great breakfast that doesn't require cooking on mornings. All it needs is just a few minutes to assemble soaked oats, mango pulp and toppings.
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