Lime Mango Surprise Recipe

A vibrant and refreshing Lime Mango Surprise that'll transport your taste buds to a tropical paradise! This delightful dish is inspired by the classic lime and mango lemonade, offering a zesty and sweet flavor combination perfect for cleansing the palate between courses or as a light dessert. Serve it over lemon, orange, or pineapple sherbet for an extra touch of coolness. Easy to make and guaranteed to impress!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 185 mins
Calories 279 kcal
Protein 7g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Lime Mango Surprise

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How to Make Lime Mango Surprise

  1. Prepare 2 ripe mangoes by peeling, removing the pit, and slicing into bite-sized wedges.
  2. In a small saucepan, combine 1/2 cup fresh lime juice, 2 stalks lemongrass (finely chopped), and 1/2 cup granulated sugar.
  3. Gently heat the mixture over low heat, stirring constantly, until the sugar dissolves completely. Do not boil. Remove from heat.
  4. Allow the lime mixture to cool completely. This is crucial to prevent the mango from becoming mushy.
  5. Strain the cooled lime mixture through a fine-mesh sieve to remove lemongrass pieces.
  6. Arrange the mango wedges in a serving bowl or individual dessert dishes.
  7. Pour the strained lime mixture evenly over the mango wedges.
  8. Sprinkle with the zest of 1 lime. Cover and refrigerate for at least 3 hours, or preferably overnight, to allow the flavors to meld.
  9. Serve chilled in small bowls. Top with a scoop of your favorite lemon, orange, or pineapple sherbet and garnish with fresh mint sprigs.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

2 g

Sugar

186g

Fat

23g

Carbs

17g

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