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Alphonso mango season lasts only 6-8 weeks per year, making it highly prized.
Overview
India · spring · fruits
The king of mangoes — an Indian variety with intensely aromatic, saffron-colored flesh and complex sweetness.
India
Origin
spring
Season
Easy
Difficulty
fruits
Category
Flavor Profile
Creamyrichintense sweet
Storage Tips
Ripen at room temperature. Refrigerate ripe fruit up to 5 days. Very delicate — handle gently.
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How to Cook with Alphonso Mango
Recipes, pairings, substitutes, and professional tips
Cooking Tips
Eat fresh — the flavor is best raw. Use in aamras (fresh mango pulp drink). Make kulfi or sorbet.
Best Pairings
cardamomsaffroncreamrose watercoconut
Substitutes
Ataulfo mango, regular mango, papaya
Nutrition & Health Benefits
The nutritional profile and health properties of Alphonso Mango
Nutrition Highlights
fat
0.4
carbs
15
fiber
1.6
protein
0.8
calories
60
Quick Facts
Categoryfruits
OriginIndia
Seasonspring
DifficultyEasy
Health Benefits
Rich in vitamins A and C, antioxidants. Contains mangiferin with anti-diabetic properties.
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Alphonso Mango
fruits
OriginIndia
Seasonspring
DifficultyEasy
Flavor Notes
Creamyrichintense sweet
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Pairs Well With
cardamomsaffroncreamrose watercoconut
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