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Whether you're a fan of traditional desserts or refreshing drinks, these original mango-inspired creations will add a tropical touch to your culinary adventures.
As summer comes into full swing, the king of fruits – mango – takes centre stage in our kitchens and hearts. National Mango Day is the perfect occasion to celebrate this delicious fruit with some unique and mouthwatering recipes. Whether you are a fan of traditional desserts or refreshing drinks, these unconventional mango-inspired creations by Arun Kumar, Sous Chef at Ashok Hotel, will add a tropical twist to your culinary adventures.
Mango Phirni
Ingredients:
- 50 g Govind Bhog rice, washed and soaked
- 1 liter of milk
- 2 mangoes
- 2-3 green cardamoms, coarsely crushed
- 1 tablespoon cashew paste
- 100 g of sugar
To decorate:
- Mango, florets
- Pistachio
- A few mint leaves
Method:
- In a grinding bowl, add the soaked basmati rice and a little water and grind it into a coarse paste. Set aside.
- Now, in a large pot, bring the milk to a boil. Stir occasionally and simmer for 10 minutes.
- Now, add the prepared coarse rice paste and stir continuously for 5 minutes.
- Peel the mango and cut it into slices. Transfer it to a food processor and blend it into a paste.
- Boil the milk until the rice is fully cooked.
- We also add mango pulp and stir occasionally.
- Add crushed green cardamom, cashew paste and mix well.
- Add the sugar and mix well until the milk thickens and becomes creamy.
- Pour into a container and refrigerate until cool.
- Finally, serve the chilled mango phirni garnished with mango florets, pistachios etc.
Mango and ginger lemonade
Ingredients:
- ½ cup mango pulp
- ½ lemon
- 1 pinch of ginger
- Honey as needed
- 1 cup of water
Method:
- Put water and honey in a bowl and squeeze the lemon.
- Add mango pulp
- Crush ginger with a muddler, add mango to lemonade mixture, stir/shake, strain.
- Serve cold.
Mango and chia pudding
Ingredients:
- 4 teaspoons of chia seeds
- 1 mango, peeled and pureed
- 1 cup reduced fat coconut milk
- 1 teaspoon maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon cardamom powder
- ¼ teaspoon sea salt
Addition:
- ½ cup diced mango
- Coconut flakes
- Pistachio
Method:
- Add the chia seeds to a bowl and mix. Add the mango pulp, coconut milk, maple syrup, cardamom powder and sea salt.
- Mix well to remove any lumps. Cover and refrigerate for at least 3 hours.
- Served cold, topped with mango, coconut flakes and pistachio.
By incorporating these recipes into your celebration, you can bring a touch of sunshine to your table and savor the joys of the season. So, embrace the king of fruits, experiment with these delicious dishes, and let mangoes reign in your kitchen. Happy National Mango Day!
