Whether it’s a Calypso or a Kensington Pride, Aussies are expected to indulge in close to 180 million mangoes over the coming months.
WATCH: One-pot chicken and mango curry with mango-mint salsa
Mango season is officially here, and although the tropical fruit is delicious in desserts, the stone fruit is also a star in main mango recipe dishes and salads as well.
Our best mango recipes
Mangoes are incredibly versatile and can be used in various dishes. We’ve rounded up BHG’s top 10 best mango recipes to have you slicing, dicing and devouring the juicy fruit in your kitchen. Whether it’s a chicken curry or a platter of crispy fish tacos, we’ve got you covered for your next picnic or dinner party.
Can you freeze fresh mango?
Yes, if you want to freeze fresh mango for later, you can absolutely do that. Here’s how to freeze fresh mango.
1. Mango, avocado and macadamia salad
This mango recipe is great to serve at picnics or if your hosting a Christmas lunch or dinner at home. Fried bacon and boiled egg add a potato-salad vibe to this light side, flavoured with a simple vinaigrette.
2. Aussie Caesar salad with king prawns and mango
Fast Ed’s giving the traditional Caesar salad an Aussie spin, using mango. He’s adding two classic summer flavours, prawns and mango, plus a whole host of other delicious ingredients, like pecorino and aioli. Yum!
3. Chicken, mango and prosciutto salad
Dinners don’t come easier or tastier with chicken, mango and prosciutto – and it’s on the table in four easy steps.
4. Mango and chilli prawn cups
Small serves are best for a large crowd, so this mango recipe is perfect. These sweet yet spicy mango, chilli parawn cups are great to share and made for home entertaining.
5. Epic summer salad
This show-stopping mango salad recipe will take centre stage on Christmas day and pairs well with sticky jerk lamb kebabs.
6. Chicken vermicelli, mango and peanut summer salad
The addition of avocado, mango and strawberries packs a flavourful summer punch to this hearty salad recipe.
7. Crispy fish tacos and mango salsa
Frozen fish fingers are a good standby when life gets busy. Here, with a quick trip to the supermarket and a few pantry staples, they become a delicious, Mexi‐inspired dinner – in no time at all.
8. Thai green mango salad with prawns and lime
For a quick and easy lunch, you can’t go past this Thai green mango salad recipe with prawns and lime. It’s fast food with a healthy twist!
We all had a mango chicken dish as kids, but Fast Ed’s given the classic a modern update, basing it in an Indonesian or Thai style light curry. The mint-mango salsa recipe is also the perfect accompaniment with the sweetness counter-acting the heat of the curry.
10. Tropical frappe
This fruity concoction blends bananas, pineapple, mango and passionfruit for the ultimate summer frappe. These are perfect for those looking for a refreshing alcohol-free drink as a New Year’s resolution and look fancy served with a wedge of pineapple and a fun straw.
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Best cooking utensils
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A high-quality chef’s knife is essential for precise slicing and dicing of mangoes and other ingredients in these recipes. Look for a well-balanced, sharp knife made from premium materials.
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Red 3.5 Cup Mini Chopper, $169.00, Myer
Many of these mango recipes involve blending or pureeing mangoes and other fruits. A high-end blender or food processor will ensure a smooth and consistent texture.
The KitchenAid Red 3.5 Cup Mini Chopper is a versatile kitchen appliance that simplifies meal preparation. Its two speeds and pulse operation offer precise control for various chopping and mixing tasks, from creating chunky salsas to smooth sauces. Its compact and lightweight design makes it perfect for everyday use.
If you want to create perfectly thin mango slices for salads or garnishes, a mandoline slicer with adjustable thickness settings can be valuable. This allows for uniform slicing without much effort.
The Baccarat Professional Mandoline is a versatile kitchen tool that simplifies slicing, cubing, and julienning fruits and vegetables. Adjustable slicing options and two cutting blades allow you to create various cuts for your recipes.