- It's too sour.
- Mango sweetness varies. If your fruit is tart, add more honey.
- It's too thin.
- Don't add water at the beginning. Only add a splash after blending if you see the consistency needs it.
Fresh Caribbean Mango Lime Puree
The genius of tropical cuisine lies in the harmony of opposites. The lush sweetness of mango dances with the sharp acidity of lime in this sauce. It's not just about flavor, but texture too: the fruit fibers act as a natural thickener. A perfect example of how to make a rich, creamy sauce without any fat.
Ingredients
1
cup
Fresh, ripe mango flesh (diced)
2
tbsp
Fresh lime juice
1
tbsp
Rice vinegar
2
tsp
Honey
1
tsp
Fresh ginger (grated)
1
tsp
Red chili flakes
1
pinch
Salt
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Equipment Needed
- Blender: For a smooth texture.
- Sieve/Strainer: Use if the mango is too fibrous.
Instructions
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Peel the mango and slice the flesh off the pit. Dice it up.
Tip: Use only soft, fragrant, ripe mangoes. Hard mangoes lack flavor and have a woody texture.
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Grate the ginger.
Tip: Avoid the tough fibers; you only want the pulp and juice.
3
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Place the mango, lime juice, vinegar, honey, and ginger into a blender.
Tip: The acids (lime, vinegar) help soften the fibers without cooking.
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Blend until completely smooth.
Tip: If your mango is very fibrous (stringy), pass the puree through a fine-mesh sieve at this point.
5
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Stir in the salt and chili flakes by hand.
Tip: If you blend the chili, the whole sauce will turn uniformly spicy and reddish. Stirring them in keeps the beautiful red specks and the fruity base distinct.
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If it's too thick (like puree), thin it with a splash of water to reach your desired sauce consistency.
Tip: Adjust based on use: keep it thick for dipping, thinner for salad dressing.
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Ingredients
- 1 cup Fresh, ripe mango flesh (diced)
- 2 tbsp Fresh lime juice
- 1 tbsp Rice vinegar
- 2 tsp Honey
- 1 tsp Fresh ginger (grated)
- 1 tsp Red chili flakes
- 1 pinch Salt