Did You Know?
India produces over 40% of the world's mangoes, and the mango tree is India's national tree; over 1,000 varieties of mango exist worldwide.
Overview
India · summer · fruits
Mango is the 'King of Fruits' — a tropical stone fruit with sweet, juicy, aromatic flesh ranging from fibrous to silky depending on variety, beloved in Asia, Latin America, and beyond.
India
Origin
summer
Season
Easy
Difficulty
fruits
Category
Flavor Profile
Tropicalsweetrichvaried
Storage Tips
Ripen at room temperature; refrigerate once ripe for up to 5 days; freeze cubed mango for smoothies.
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How to Cook with Mango
Recipes, pairings, substitutes, and professional tips
Cooking Tips
The 'hedgehog' technique (score the flesh in a grid, then push inside out) is the easiest way to serve mango; green mango adds tartness to salads and curries.
Best Pairings
limechilicoconutblack peppershrimpyogurt
Substitutes
Peach + papaya (similar tropical sweetness), nectarine, or canned mango
Nutrition & Health Benefits
The nutritional profile and health properties of Mango
Nutrition Highlights
calories
60 kcal per 100g
key_nutrients
Vitamin A, vitamin C, folate, mangiferin, potassium, fiber
Quick Facts
Categoryfruits
OriginIndia
Seasonsummer
DifficultyEasy
Health Benefits
Rich in vitamin A, vitamin C, and folate; contains mangiferin with anti-cancer properties; supports eye health; digestive enzyme amylase.
Mango Photos
6 photos showcasing Mango in its many forms
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Mango
fruits
OriginIndia
Seasonsummer
DifficultyEasy
Flavor Notes
Tropicalsweetrichvaried
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Pairs Well With
limechilicoconutblack peppershrimpyogurt
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