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Sweet Mango

Mangifera indica Allergen-Free
Sweet Mango

Sourcing & Taxonomy

  • Family Anacardiaceae
  • Primary Cuisine South Asian, Southeast Asian, Latin American, Caribbean
  • Seasonality Spring, Summer (varies by region/cultivar)
  • Source Mango fruit

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Definition

A tropical stone fruit known for its vibrant orange-yellow flesh, intensely sweet, juicy, and aromatic flavor profile.

Sensory Profile

TasteIntensely Sweet, Fruity, Tropical, Slightly Tangy
TextureJuicy, Smooth, Tender, Fibrous (some varieties)
AromaSweet, Tropical, Floral, Resinous
AcidityLow

Technical Metrics

Nutrition Facts

Per 1 cup (165g) diced
Calories60 kcal
Total Fat0.4 g
Saturated Fat0.1 g
Trans Fat0 g
Cholesterol0 mg
Protein0.8 g
Total Carbohydrate15 g
Dietary Fiber1.6 g
Total Sugars13.7 g
Calcium11 mg
Iron0.2 mg
Potassium168 mg

Chef’s Secret

To easily peel a mango, slice off the two "cheeks" around the pit. Score the flesh in a grid pattern without cutting through the skin, then invert the skin to pop out the cubes.

Substitutions

Best Match

Peach

1:1

Similar sweetness, juiciness, and texture; less tropical flavor.

Papaya

1:1

Tropical, sweet, and soft, but milder flavor and slightly different aroma.

Nectarine

1:1

Sweet, juicy, and firm like some mangoes, good for slicing.

Canned Apricots (in syrup)

1:1 (drain syrup)

Offers sweetness and soft texture for baking or purees, but less fresh.

Buying Guide

Choose mangoes that are heavy for their size and yield slightly to gentle pressure. Color is not always an indicator of ripeness.

Flavor Pairings

Coconut Lime Chili Cilantro Chicken Pork Shrimp Yogurt Rice.