It’s that much anticipated time of year again – mango season! The mango trees on island are in full bloom and producing a delectable variety of mangoes in different shapes, colors, textures, and sweetness - yum! Paying homage to the tasty mango, we have included a few recipes here, as well as some tips to help you enjoy them! From cocktails to curries to cheesecake, there are infinite ways to enjoy a mango! Don’t forget that Mango Melee is set to take place July 10th at the St. Croix Village Botanical Garden.
Tip #1: Dice your mango into bite size chunks and freeze them for a tasty hot day treat or use them to create a refreshing smoothie. You can also save these treats when it is not mango season so you can enjoy year round!
Recipe #1: Mango Lassi
Ingredients:
1 cup chopped very ripe mango
1 cup coconut yogurt
½ cup coconut milk
Dash ground cardamom, optional
Ice, optional
Directions: Add all ingredients into a blender and blend for 2 minutes. Sprinkle with cardamom to serve. Note: If you desire a thicker consistency add the ice or serve over ice cubes.
Tip #2: Did you find a mango that had the absolute best flavor? Save your seed, let it dry out, and plant it for your very own mango tree.
Recipe #2: Mango Salsa
Ingredients:
3 medium ripe mangoes
1 cup fresh pineapple
1 green pepper
1 small red onion
1 can of black beans
Jalapeno or cucumber, optional to taste
Directions: Chop your ingredients into good size chunks. Drain and add your black beans. Chill in the refrigerator for at least a couple of hours. Serve with your favorite chips or crackers or over a piece of pan seared locally caught wahoo.
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