Family-Friendly recipes with a tropical twist

Mango Eats & Treats

Rise and Shine with Mangos

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Ah, thE MAngo. the worlds most popular fruit, the mango is a year-round source

of the naturally sweet, refreshing taste of the tropics. its unique flavor takes you there. where is there? its paradise for your senses - where intense fruity flavor and aroma meets versatility and nutrition. its wherever yoU decide to take yourself when enjoying the fabulous taste of sunshine.

Mangos are a delicious, versatile treat for the whole family. Enjoy the recipes in this cookbook for crowd-pleasing meal ideas, and visit mango.org for even more mango dishes, tips and tricks. Lets mango!

2011. all rights reserved. no part of this book may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted in any form or by any electronic, mechanical, photocopying, recording or other method without prior written consent of the publisher.

Table of Contents
For MAngo MoMs And dAds

how to select, ripen and store ........................2 availability and Varieties ...................................3 nutritional Benefits of mangos .........................3 handling and cutting mangos .........................4 manGo Kids ....................................................5
risE And shinE with MAngos

mango waffles ..................................................7 mango smoothie ..............................................7 mango almond crepes .....................................8 mango Bread ....................................................9 mango macadamia caramel rolls ....................10 mango oat Breakfast Bars ...............................11 mango yogurt parfaits .....................................12
MAngos FuEL Your dAY

coconut shrimp with Ginger mango sauce .....19 mango stir-Fry ................................................20 chicken with spiced mango rice .....................21 island-style skewers .........................................22 cinco de mango Quesadilla .............................23 sweet and savory mango roll Ups ..................24 peanut Butter, mango and honey roll Ups .....24 Fruity mango rolls Ups...................................25 mango Veggie roll Ups ...................................25
swEEt MAngo Endings

turkey Burger and mango pita melt ................14 taste of the tropics mango Kids wrap............15 cinco de mango salsa......................................16 mango and Bacon Barbecue pizza ...................17 little chica mango chicken ............................18
Mango Eats & Treats

mango Brownie ...............................................27 mango shortcake with Ginger cream ..............28 mangolicious Flip Flop cake............................29 i heart mango tart .....................................30 tropical mango sorbet ....................................31 mango peanut crisp ........................................32 sweet caramel mango nachos .........................33 Knock your socks off mango delight .............34 tropical smores ..............................................35 more Fun ways to eat mango .........................36
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For Mango Moms and Dads

How to Select, Ripen and Store
sELEcting MAngos

dont focus on color. it is not the best indicator of ripeness. squeeze the mango gently. a ripe mango will be slightly soft to the touch. Use your experience with produce such as peaches or avocados, which also become soft to the touch when ripe. a firmer mango would be a good choice if you dont plan to eat it for several days. ripe mangos will often have a fruity aroma at their stem ends.

ripEning And storing MAngos

Keep unripe mangos at room temperature. never refrigerate mangos before they are ripe. to speed up ripening, place mangos in a paper bag at room temperature. once ripe, mangos should be moved to the refrigerator, which will slow down the ripening process. whole, ripe mangos may be stored for up to five days in the refrigerator. mango may be peeled, cubed and placed in an airtight container in the refrigerator for several days or in the freezer for up to six months.

For Mango Moms and Dads

Availability and Varieties

there are six mango varieties that you will likely find at your local grocer. these varieties include ataulfo, Francis, haden, Keitt, Kent and tommy atkins. with so many varieties to choose from, there is always a delicious mango variety available any time of year!

Nutritional Benefits of Mango

mangos contain over 20 different vitamins and minerals. one cup of mango is only 100 calories. mangos provide 100 percent of your daily vitamin c, 35 percent of your daily vitamin a and 12 percent of your daily fiber.

Mango Availability by Variety

Variety Ataulfo Francis Haden Keitt Kent Tommy Atkins Jan Feb Mar Apr May June July Aug Sept Oct Nov Dec

Peak Availability

Some Availability

For Mango Moms and Dads

Handling & Cutting Mangos

sAFEtY tips

always use a clean knife and cutting board to cut a mango. if you have handled or cut any type of meat or seafood, you must always sanitize your hands, work area, utensils and cutting board before handling or cutting any fruits or vegetables, including mangos.

cut 1/4-inch FroM thE widEst cEntEr LinE And down through thE MAngo. FLip thE MAngo Around And rEpEAt this cut on thE othEr sidE.

cut pArALLEL sLicEs into thE MAngo FLEsh, bEing cArEFuL not to cut through thE skin.

scoop thE MAngo sLicEs out oF thE MAngo skin using A LArgE spoon.

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ManGO Kids
there are so many exciting things to learn about mangos, from how to eat them to the amazing places they come from. head to www.mango.org to discover fun mango games and activities.
MEEt JAngo MAngo FoLLow JAngo MAngos AdvEnturEs, rEcipEs And nEws

game at mango.org to learn more about mangos and the countries where they grow.

Jango mango is the worlds premiere mango ambassador, spreading the word about the versatile, sweet and nutritious mango wherever he goes. look for special tips and tricks from Jango throughout this book. Play the Jango Geography

Facebook www.facebook.com/letsmango twitter www.twitter.com/jango_mango youtube www.youtube.com/mangoboard Blog mango.org/blog

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Rise and Shine with Mangos

Mango Waffles
Warm, fluffy waffles topped with mouth-watering mango compote are a morning crowd pleaser.
prEp tiME: 15 minutes, plus 90 minutes set time cook tiME: 30 to 40 minutes ingrEdiEnts:

Mango Smoothie
A fast, refreshing and nutritious start for busy days. makes approximately 20 ounces (2 to 3 servings at 6 ounces each) prEp tiME: 5 minutes cook tiME: 1 minute
ingrEdiEnts:

makes 12 servings

ripe mango, peeled, pitted and finely diced, divided 3 tablespoons sugar, divided 2 tablespoons raisins 1 cups all purpose flour 1 tablespoon baking powder teaspoon salt 8 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted 1 cup milk 3 large eggs, beaten cup coconut milk
instructions:

2 2

ripe mangos, peeled, pitted and diced cup ice cubes cup low-fat vanilla yogurt tablespoons fresh squeezed orange juice

instructions:

combine all ingredients in a blender. Blend until smooth. serve immediately.

set aside 3 tablespoons of mango. toss the remaining mango, 2 tablespoons sugar and raisins in a medium bowl. cover and let stand about 90 minutes to make compote. heat a waffle iron according to the manufacturers directions. lightly oil the grids. meanwhile, whisk the flour, remaining 1 tablespoon sugar, baking powder and salt in a large bowl to combine. make a well in the center and pour in the melted butter, milk, eggs and coconut milk. whisk just until smooth; do not over-mix. mix in the 3 tablespoons mango that was set aside. spoon about 2 heaping tablespoons of the batter into the center of each quadrant of the waffle iron and close the iron. cook until the waffle is golden brown, according to manufacturers instructions. serve the waffles hot, topping with the mango compote.
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Mango Fun Fact

Mangos are available all year long. no matter the season, this yummy fruit can bring its sunny flavor to your table.

Mango Almond Crepes

These sweet crepes with mangos will become a family favorite in no time. makes 4 servings prEp tiME: 15 minutes cook tiME: 15 minutes
ingrEdiEnts: instructions:

2 2 2 1 3 8 2
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tablespoons butter cup brown sugar teaspoon almond extract tablespoons heavy cream medium mangos, peeled, pitted and sliced cups low-fat ricotta cheese tablespoons honey teaspoon cinnamon prepared crepes tablespoons butter

to prepare sauce, melt butter in a medium saucepan. add brown sugar and extract; cook and stir until dissolved. cook over low heat for 5 minutes then remove from heat. stir in cream and cook for 1 minute more; stir in mango and set aside. to prepare crepes, stir together ricotta cheese, honey and cinnamon in a medium bowl. spread about 2 heaping tablespoons onto half of each crepe. Fold in half, then in half again. melt butter in a large skillet. add crepes and cook over medium heat for a few minutes on each side to lightly brown and warm. transfer to serving plates and top with mango sauce.

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Mango Bread
Chef Allen Sussers Mango Bread is filled with mango goodness! makes 10 servings prEp tiME: 20 minutes cook tiME: 40 minutes, plus cooling time
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cup butter cup sugar medium very ripe, soft mangos, peeled and pitted (1 mangos pureed and mango diced) 1 large egg, slightly beaten 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract 2 tablespoons lime juice 1 cups all purpose flour 1 teaspoons baking powder teaspoon baking soda teaspoon ground cinnamon 1 cup chopped walnuts
instructions:

to prepare batter, cream the butter and sugar in a large mixing bowl. add the mango puree, egg, vanilla and lime juice. in a separate large bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, baking soda and cinnamon. add the mango mixture to the flour mixture, stirring until the dry ingredients are just moistened. stir in the walnuts and diced mango.

to bake the mango bread, preheat the oven to 350F. coat a 9 x 5 x 3-inch pan with cooking spray. pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan. Bake for 40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. cool in the pan for 10 minutes before removing from the loaf pan. allow to cool for 1 hour on a rack before serving.

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Mango Macadamia Caramel Rolls

Add a tropical twist to this breakfast treat! makes 12 servings prEp tiME: 20 minutes plus one hour for dough to rise cook tiME: 20 to 25 minutes
ingrEdiEnts:

1 1 1

cups brown sugar teaspoon cinnamon teaspoon ground allspice cup softened butter, divided large ripe mango, peeled, pitted and chopped cup macadamia nuts, chopped loaf frozen bread dough, thawed

instructions: stir together brown sugar,

cinnamon and allspice in a small bowl. place 1 cup mixture in a medium saucepan with 6 tablespoons butter. cook over low heat for 5 minutes, stirring frequently. stir in mango and cook for a few minutes more until brown sugar is dissolved. spread in the bottom of a 13 x 9-inch baking pan and sprinkle with nuts; set aside. roll thawed dough into a 12 x 12-inch square on a lightly floured board and spread with remaining 2 tablespoons butter. spread remaining brown sugar mixture over butter and press into dough. roll up tightly and pinch seams to seal. cut dough into 1-inch slices. place in prepared baking dish; cover and let rise in a warm place until doubled in size, about 1 hour. Bake in preheated 350F oven for 20 to 25 minutes. let stand for 5 minutes, then invert onto a serving platter. and place in the refrigerator overnight. let stand at room temperature for 1 hour before baking.

Mango Fun Fact

dont judge a mango by its color! to see if your mango is ready to eat, squeeze it gently. A ripe mango will give slightly.

sErving tips: make ahead tip: cover uncooked rolls

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Mango Oat Breakfast Bars

A great start to the day and the perfect after-school snack. makes 9 servings prEp tiME: 20 minutes cook tiME: 50 minutes
ingrEdiEnts:

3 6 1 1 1

large ripe mangos, peeled, pitted and pureed cup brown sugar tablespoons butter, melted egg teaspoon vanilla extract cup flour cup oat bran teaspoon cinnamon teaspoon baking soda teaspoon salt cups rolled oats cup chopped walnuts

saucepan. simmer over medium-low heat for about 20 minutes, stirring frequently, until excess liquid has cooked off and mixture is very thick but is still moist. preheat oven to 375F and spray an 8-inch square baking dish with non-stick cooking spray. stir together brown sugar and butter in a medium bowl. add egg and vanilla and mix until smooth. stir in flour, oat bran, cinnamon, baking

instructions: place pureed mango in a medium

soda and salt, then stir in oats. spread into prepared pan, then spread mango mixture over top; sprinkle with walnuts. Bake for 30 minutes. let cool completely before cutting into squares.

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Mango Yogurt Parfaits

Great to make ahead and keep refrigerated. Grab a cup, a small bag of granola and head to school! makes 6 servings prEp tiME: 15 minutes
ingrEdiEnts:

2 3 6

large ripe mangos, peeled, pitted and cubed cups low-fat vanilla yogurt tablespoons low-fat granola

instructions: puree 1 mango and spoon equal

amounts into 6 clear plastic cups. top each with cup yogurt. spoon cubed mango over the top, saving a few pieces for garnish. top with remaining cup yogurt and reserved mango. (recipe may be made ahead at this point. cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.) top each serving with a tablespoon of granola just before serving. and refrigerate.

sErving tips: make ahead, keeping granola aside,

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Turkey Burger and Mango Pita Melt

makes 4 servings prEp tiME: 10 minutes cook tiME: 15 minutes
ingrEdiEnts:

The classic burger gets a lighter, sweeter update with this instant favorite turkey burger.

1 1 3 1 4 4 4

pound ground turkey teaspoon kosher salt tablespoons grated parmesan teaspoon oregano teaspoon garlic powder olive oil spray ripe mango cut in slices slices cheddar cheese cup honey mustard pieces whole wheat pita leaves butter lettuce

instructions:

to prepare the burger, in a medium bowl, gently mix the turkey, salt, parmesan, oregano and garlic. Form into 4 patties, each about 1 inch thick. spray with olive oil. to cook the burgers, use a non stick griddle pan. heat on high. spray the pan lightly with olive oil. Griddle the burgers for 3 to 4 minutes on each side until cooked through. to prepare the pita melt, preheat the oven to 350F. split the pita open and place one turkey burger in each. top with slices of mango, cheddar cheese and then spread the top side of pita with honey mustard and close the pita sandwich. spray lightly with olive oil. place in the oven for 5 minutes until the cheese is melted. serve immediately with butter lettuce in each pita.

Mango Fun Fact

did you know mangos have over 20 different vitamins and minerals? theyre full of vitamin A to keep bones strong and Vitamin C to fight colds!

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Taste of the Tropics Mango Kids Wrap

Try making this easy recipe from Chef Allen Susser with your kids! makes 4 servings prEp tiME: 15 minutes
ingrEdiEnts:

1 1 1 2 2 1 1 1 4

small ripe, slightly soft mango, peeled and pitted cup Greek yogurt teaspoon cumin pinch cayenne pepper teaspoon garlic powder teaspoon kosher salt tablespoon lime juice tablespoons olive oil cups large chicken breasts, pre-cooked and sliced, seasoned with salt and pepper to taste cup shredded romaine lettuce tablespoon freshly chopped cilantro small ripe, slightly soft mango, peeled, pitted and cubed large flour tortillas

instructions:

to create the sauce, place the mango, yogurt, cumin and cayenne in a blender and blend together well. add 1 tablespoon water to thin the mixture if necessary. refrigerate until ready to use. in a small bowl whisk together the garlic, salt, lime juice and olive oil to make the dressing.

place chicken and lettuce in a large bowl and add dressing. Fold in the cilantro and mango. place the tortilla on a clear work space. spread 1 tablespoon sauce over the wrap. next scoop to cup of the mango chicken salad in the center, fold up both sides and roll up. repeat with remaining tortillas. serve with remaining sauce on the side.
sErving tips:

serve with baked chips. turn leftovers into a quesadilla by adding your favorite cheese and melting, or serve as a simple salad without tortillas.

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Cinco de Mango Salsa

Salsa lovers will crave this spicy and sweet combo. makes 6 servings prEp tiME: 15 minutes
ingrEdiEnts:

3 1 2 2

large ripe mangos, peeled, pitted and diced medium jalapeo pepper, stemmed, seeded and minced cup diced red bell pepper cup diced red onion tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro tablespoons fresh lime juice

tablespoon olive oil teaspoon ground cumin teaspoon kosher salt

instructions:

stir together all ingredients in a medium bowl.

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Mango and Bacon Barbecue Pizza

Try this twist on the traditional pizza! makes 2 servings prEp tiME: 10 minutes cook tiME: 8 to 10 minutes
ingrEdiEnts:

1 2 2 1 1

(7-inch) pizza crust tablespoons barbecue sauce cup shredded italian blend cheese strips bacon, cooked crisp and coarsely crumbled tablespoon sliced green onion tops mango, peeled, pitted and diced

instructions:

preheat oven to 450F and place pizza crusts on a large baking sheet. spread with barbecue sauce, then sprinkle with cheese, bacon, green onion and mango. Bake for 8 to 10 minutes or until lightly browned around the edges. let cool slightly then cut into small wedges.

Mango Fun Fact

did you know mangos are the most popular fruit in the world? The first mangos were grown in india over 5,000 years ago.

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Little Chica Mango Chicken

Recipe courtesy of Catherine Ralston, 2008 Rising Mango Star finalist. makes 4 servings prEp tiME: 10 minutes cook tiME: 12 minutes
ingrEdiEnts:

3 2 1 4 2

tablespoons reduced sodium soy sauce tablespoons honey tablespoon peeled, minced fresh ginger five-ounce boneless, skinless chicken breasts non-stick cooking spray large ripe mangos, peeled and cubed cup chopped fresh cilantro

sErving tips:

if you like it spicy, add teaspoon crushed red pepper to mango and cilantro mixture. you could also add one cup chopped red bell pepper to the mango and cilantro.

instructions:

preheat broiler to high and make sure oven rack is in highest position. combine soy sauce, honey and ginger in a small bowl, and whisk together until well mixed. place chicken in a medium sized bowl. reserve two tablespoons of sauce and pour remaining sauce over chicken, turning chicken to coat well. spray a broiler pan with cooking spray. place chicken on broiler pan and place in oven to cook 5 to 7 minutes until turning golden. remove from broiler, turn chicken over and spoon remaining sauce on top of chicken. return to broiler and cook for additional 5 to 6 minutes or until juices run clear or internal temperature reads 165 F on instant read thermometer when inserted into thickest part of chicken. meanwhile, combine mango cubes and cilantro in a medium bowl and toss together gently. to serve, place chicken on a platter in a diagonal row. top with mango and cilantro and serve.

Mango Fun Fact

Mangos have natural tenderizing properties, making them a perfect ingredient for marinades.

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Coconut Shrimp with Ginger Mango Sauce

The sweet and spicy flavors add a surprise kick to this seafood dish. makes 4 servings prEp tiME: 20 minutes cook tiME: 6 to 8 minutes
ingrEdiEnts:

1 2 2 1 1 2 2 2

large ripe mango, peeled and pitted tablespoons rice vinegar (unseasoned) tablespoons honey teaspoon grated fresh ginger pound large raw tail on shrimp, peeled and deveined cup honey teaspoons soy sauce teaspoons hot chili oil cups flaked coconut

instructions:

puree mango, vinegar, honey and ginger in a blender or food processor; set aside. preheat oven to 400F and spray a large baking sheet with nonstick cooking spray. rinse shrimp and pat very dry between paper towels. in a medium bowl stir together honey, soy sauce and chili oil. dip shrimp in mixture then roll in coconut, pressing so that it sticks to the shrimp; place on baking sheet and sprinkle with some of the excess coconut. Bake for 6 to 8 minutes or until shrimp is firm and coconut is golden brown. carefully remove from baking sheet with a spatula to a platter. serve mango sauce on the side for dipping.

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Mango Stir-Fry
Recipe courtesy of Caleb Garcia, 2009 Rising Mango Star finalist. makes 4 servings prEp tiME: 20 minutes cook tiME: 16 minutes
ingrEdiEnts: instructions:

Mango Stir-Fry: 2 tablespoons grape seed oil 2 chicken breasts, cut into strips cup yellow bell pepper, julienned cup orange bell pepper, julienned cup mango, diced 1 cup of teriyaki sauce cup mango, sliced chow mein noodles for serving Teriyaki Sauce: cup scallions, diced, plus more for garnish 1 tablespoon ginger, minced 1 teaspoons garlic, minced cup soy sauce 1 teaspoons sesame oil 1 cups mango juice 2 teaspoons sesame seeds, toasted, plus more for garnish 5 tablespoons honey

add oil to heated wok. add chicken breast. cook until golden brown, turning occasionally. while chicken is cooking, make the teriyaki sauce by combining all ingredients and whisking together. once the chicken starts to brown, add yellow bell pepper, orange bell pepper and diced mango. saut for about 3 to 4 minutes. next, add teriyaki sauce. reduce until thick, about 6 to 8 minutes, add sliced mango about 2 to 3 minutes before it is completely done reducing. in a separate pan, add about cup of the teriyaki sauce and reduce for garnish. serve on a plate of chow mein noodles. Garnish with sliced scallions, toasted sesame seeds, and the separately reduced teriyaki sauce.

Mango Fun Fact

For dishes like this salsa or stir-fry, using a slightly firm, less ripe mango helps the fruit keep its shape, texture and tang when mixed with other ingredients.

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Chicken with Spiced Mango Rice

The perfect meal to excite your dinnertime routine. makes 4 servings prEp tiME: 5 minutes cook tiME: 15 to 20 minutes
ingrEdiEnts:

4 1 2 1 3

boneless, skinless chicken breasts, flattened if very thick salt and freshly ground pepper to taste package Uncle Bens ready whole Grain medley Brown & wild rice large, ripe but firm mangos, peeled, pitted and diced green onion, thinly sliced cup shelled roasted and salted pistachios tablespoons dried cranberries pinch or dash cinnamon pinch or dash allspice medium-high heat for 5 minutes on each side, then place chicken on top of remaining rice mixture. cover with foil or seal foil package, leaving room for air to circulate. Grill for 5 minutes more.
sErving tips:

instructions:

season chicken on both sides with salt and pepper. stir together rice, mango, onion, pistachios, cranberries and spices in a medium foil pan or on a very large piece of heavy duty foil. place about cup of rice mixture in the center of each chicken breast. Bring in the ends and sides to enclose, then tie with kitchen string to seal in filling. Grill over

if desired, slice chicken into medallions to serve.

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Island-Style Skewers
Bring the taste of the islands home with these tropical skewers! makes 4 servings prEp tiME: 25 minutes cook tiME: 15 to 20 minutes
ingrEdiEnts:

2 18 1 1 2 1 1 3 2

cup olive oil cup prepared mango chutney, chopped if coarse cup bottled teriyaki sauce tablespoons balsamic vinegar pound boneless, skinless chicken breast, cut into 1 to 2-inch cubes medium shrimp, shelled and deveined medium yellow onion, peeled with both ends trimmed off and cut into 6 wedges approximately -inch wide medium red onion, peeled with both ends trimmed off and cut into 6 wedges approximately -inch wide firm-ripe mangos, peeled, pitted and cut into large cubes large red or green bell pepper, halved, trimmed, seeded and cubed nonstick cooking spray, as needed mango, peeled, pitted and diced (about 1 cup) cup frozen orange juice concentrate tablespoons water teaspoons grated fresh ginger

instructions:

For marinade, combine oil, chutney, teriyaki sauce and vinegar. set aside half to use for basting. place chicken and shrimp in wide, shallow glass dish
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or pan. pour remaining marinade mixture over, then cover and marinate in refrigerator for at least 3 hours or overnight. soak 18 large bamboo skewers (about 12 inches long) in water at least 1 hour before using. separate the onion wedges into double layers. to prepare kabobs, alternate chicken, onions, mango, green or red pepper, and shrimp (or you can make separate skewers of shrimp and chicken) onto soaked skewers, keeping them near the pointed end of each skewer, leaving a long handle of skewer open. coat the grill grate with nonstick cooking spray. place skewers over medium coals for 15 to 20 minutes. Brush often with remaining marinade mixture and turn skewers until cooked through. to prepare the dipping sauce, combine mango, frozen orange juice concentrate, water and ginger in electric blender. puree until smooth and serve with skewers.

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Cinco de Mango Quesadilla

Add more excitement to this favorite Mexican dish. makes 4 servings prEp tiME: 25 minutes
ingrEdiEnts:

2 1 1 4 6 1 1

small boneless, skinless chicken breasts (8-ounce) can tomato sauce dried ancho/pasilla chile pepper, stemmed and seeded burrito size flour tortillas ounces thinly sliced Jack cheese ripe mango, peeled, pitted and thinly sliced cup minced red bell pepper cup sliced green onions large mango, peeled, pitted and chopped cup chopped red bell pepper cup minced red onion tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro tablespoon lime juice pinch or dash salt

grilled chicken to pan and toss well to coat; season to taste with salt. place flour tortillas on a flat surface. top half of each tortilla with equal amounts of cheese, mango, bell pepper, green onion and chicken; fold over tortilla. cook in a large skillet on both sides until cheese is melted and tortilla is crisp, about 5 minutes on each side. For the mango salsa, stir together mango, red bell pepper, red onion, cilantro, lime juice and salt in a small bowl.

sErving tips:

you can substitute with leftover grilled chicken.

instructions:

cook chicken on a lightly oiled grill over medium heat for about 5 minutes on each side or until lightly charred and cooked through. let cool slightly and cut into bite size strips. puree the tomato sauce and dried pepper in a blender or food processor. transfer to a small saucepan and simmer over medium heat for 15 minutes. add
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Mango Roll Ups

All four tasty mango roll-ups are easy, wholesome snacks kids can make themselves. makes 16 servings prEp tiME: 15 minutes

Sweet and Savory Mango Roll Ups

ingrEdiEnts:

Peanut Butter Mango & Honey Roll Ups ,

ingrEdiEnts:

2 1 2 3

cup whipped cream cheese burrito size flour tortillas medium ripe mango, peeled, pitted and cut into -inch thick strips green onions (green tops only) small red bell pepper, cut into thin julienne strips ounces very thinly sliced smoked turkey or ham

2 2 1 2

cup crunchy peanut butter tablespoons honey teaspoon cinnamon burrito size flour tortillas medium ripe mango, peeled, pitted and cut into -inch thick strips tablespoons chopped walnuts, toasted

instructions:

instructions:

spread cream cheese over tortillas and place mango, green onion and bell pepper over of the surface. top with meat and roll up tightly. Gently squeeze rolls to secure ingredients then cut into -inch thick slices.
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stir together peanut butter, honey and cinnamon in a small bowl. spread over tortilla and place mango over of the surface. sprinkle with nuts and roll up tightly. Gently squeeze rolls to secure ingredients then cut into -inch thick slices.

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Fruity Mango Roll Ups

ingrEdiEnts:

2 1 2 2

cup whipped cream cheese burrito size flour tortillas medium ripe mango, peeled, pitted and cut into -inch thick strips kiwifruit, peeled and cut into 8 wedges tablespoons honey teaspoon cinnamon

instructions:

spread cream cheese over tortillas and place mango and kiwi over of the surface. stir together honey and cinnamon and drizzle over top. roll up tightly. Gently squeeze to secure ingredients then cut into -inch thick slices.

Mango Veggie Roll Ups

ingrEdiEnts:

2 1 2

cup whipped cream cheese burrito size flour tortillas medium ripe mango, peeled pitted and cut into -inch thick strips green onions (green tops only) small carrot cup each: thin julienne strips jicama and red bell pepper

instructions:

spread cream cheese over tortillas and place mango, green onion, carrot, jicima, and bell pepper over surface. roll up tightly. Gently squeeze rolls to secure ingredients then cut into -inch thick slices.
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Mango Brownie
Sit back, relax and enjoy this delightful dessert! makes 16 servings prEp tiME: 15 minutes cook tiME: 40 minutes plus 10 minutes cool time
ingrEdiEnts: instructions:

2 1 2 1 2

ounces unsweetened chocolate cup whole wheat flour teaspoon cinnamon cup olive oil teaspoon salt teaspoon vanilla extract teaspoon almond extract cup light brown sugar large eggs cup walnuts ripe mangos, peeled, pitted and diced, divided

over a double boiler, melt the chocolate then set aside to cool. sift the flour, cinnamon and salt together, set aside. Using a whisk, mix the olive oil, vanilla and almond extracts. add in the sugar to the oil mixture, and then the eggs one at a time. stir in the cooled chocolate. Using a spatula, fold in the flour mixture until just incorporated. stir in walnuts and half of mangos. preheat the oven to 350F. Using a non stick prepared baking spray with flour, spray an 8 x 8-inch pan. pour batter into the prepared pan. if needed, spread using a spatula to make an even layer. sprinkle remaining mango evenly over top of batter. Bake for 40 minutes until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. remove from oven and let cool completely before cutting into 16 pieces.

Mango Fun Fact

Even inedible parts of the mango have interesting uses! the bark, leaves, skin and pit have been used as folk remedies for centuries.

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Mango Shortcake with Ginger Cream

This savory sweet is anything but short on flavor! makes 6 servings prEp tiME: 20 minutes cook tiME: 5 to 10 minutes
ingrEdiEnts: instructions:

1 2 2 12 3 1 2

cup heavy whipping cream tablespoons sugar teaspoon cinnamon tablespoons finely minced crystallized ginger (-inch) thick slices pound cake tablespoons butter, softened tablespoons cinnamon sugar firm but ripe mangos, peeled, pitted and cut into small slices mint sprigs (garnish)

Beat cream, sugar and cinnamon with an electric mixer until stiff peaks form; stir in crystallized ginger and set aside in the refrigerator until shortcakes are ready to assemble. stir together butter and cinnamon sugar; spread lightly over one side of each cake slice. Grill over medium heat for a few minutes on each side to lightly brown. place half the cake slices on 6 dessert plates, sugar side up. top with half the whipped cream and half the mango slices. repeat layers and garnish with mint sprigs.

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Mangolicious Flip Flop Cake

Recipe courtesy of Dean Sturt, 2008 Rising Mango Star winner. makes 10 servings prEp tiME: 20 minutes cook tiME: 45 to 55 minutes
ingrEdiEnts:

4 1 1 1 2 1

mangos, peeled, pitted and sliced; divided stick butter, melted cup firmly packed light brown sugar cups all purpose flour teaspoons baking powder teaspoon salt teaspoon cinnamon stick butter, softened cup granulated sugar large eggs teaspoon vanilla

with an electric mixer until the mixture is light and fluffy. add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in the vanilla. in a food processor, puree remaining mangos to make cup. add the flour mixture alternately in batches with the pureed mangos, beginning and ending with the flour mixture and beating well after each addition. pour the batter into the pan, spreading it evenly, and bake the cake in the middle of the oven for 45 to 55 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean. let the cake cool in the pan on a rack for 15 minutes; run a thin knife around the edge and invert onto a platter.

instructions:

preheat oven to 350F. Butter a 9 x 2-inch round cake pan. pat the slices of mango dry with paper towels. in a small bowl, stir together the butter and the brown sugar. spread evenly in the 9 x 2-inch pan. arrange the mango pieces from 2 mangos to your liking on the sugar mixture, reserving the rest for mango puree. set aside. sift together the flour, baking powder, salt and cinnamon into a bowl. in another bowl, cream the butter and the sugar

Mango Fun Fact

the Ataulfo mango may be small, but its mighty! known for its sweet and creamy flavor, try it in a salad or dessert.

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II Heart Mango Tart

Ingrid Hoffmanns I Heart Mango Tart is a delicious treat to enjoy with the ones you love. makes 6 servings prEp tiME: 10 minutes cook tiME: 10 to 12 minutes
ingrEdiEnts: instructions:

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frozen 3-inch individual tart shells ripe mangos, peeled, pitted and diced cup sugar, divided tablespoon lemon juice teaspoon salt cup all-purpose flour cup sweetened flaked coconut teaspoon cinnamon cup (1 stick) butter, at room temperature

preheat oven to 375F. spray a cookie sheet with nonstick spray and place tart shells on sheet. to make the filling, combine the mangos, cup sugar, lemon juice and salt in a large bowl, then spoon into the tart shells. For the topping, combine the flour, coconut, cinnamon and the remaining cup sugar in a large bowl. add butter, squeezing mixture together to form a loose ball, then break into small pieces and sprinkle evenly over each tart. Bake until filling is bubbly and topping is golden, about 10 to 12 minutes.
sErving tips:

serve with whipped cream and diced mango.

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Tropical Mango Sorbet

Let this cooling tropical sorbet take you away! makes 8 servings prEp tiME: 15 minutes cook tiME: at least 1 hour
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ripe mangos, peeled, pitted and cubed (makes two cups of puree) tablespoons sugar tablespoons lime juice (juice from 1 medium lime) teaspoon coconut extract cup chilled pineapple juice lime peel or small lime wedge (garnish)

instructions:

puree mangos, sugar, lime juice and extract in a blender or food processor until smooth. transfer to the bowl of an ice cream maker and stir in pineapple juice; freeze according to manufacturers instructions. cover and place in the freezer for at least 1 hour, or up to 1 week. Garnish with twists of lime peel or small lime wedges.

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Mango Peanut Crisp

Enjoy the sweet and salty combo of this tasty treat! makes 4 servings prEp tiME: 15 minutes cook tiME: 20 minutes
ingrEdiEnts: instructions:

Topping: 6 tablespoons rolled oats cup brown sugar tablespoon flour 2 tablespoons butter 1 teaspoon cinnamon cup honey roasted peanuts, chopped Mango Filling: 3 large, ripe mangos, peeled, pitted and diced 2 tablespoons honey teaspoon cinnamon
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preheat oven to 350F and spray four 2-cup baking dishes with non stick cooking spray. stir together all topping ingredients except peanuts in a small bowl with a fork until it resembles coarse crumbs; set aside. stir together all filling ingredients in a medium bowl and spoon into prepared dishes. crumble topping over the mango mixture and sprinkle with peanuts. Bake for 20 minutes, or until mango mixture is hot and bubbly and topping is golden brown.

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Sweet Caramel Mango Nachos

Theres ooey-gooey mango goodness in every crunchy, caramely bite of this fun dessert. makes 4 servings prEp tiME: 15 minutes cook tiME: 10 to 15 minutes
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cup heavy whipping cream tablespoons sugar teaspoon cinnamon fajita size flour tortillas nonstick cooking spray cup sugar 1 teaspoon cinnamon cup caramel sauce 1 cups mango, peeled, pitted and diced

instructions:

Mango Fun Fact

Mangos nickname, king of Fruits, does not only refer to its popularity. the mango tree can grow as tall as 100 ft. and produce about 100 mangos.

to prepare cinnamon cream, beat ingredients in a medium bowl with a mixer until stiff peaks form; transfer to a decorative bowl and refrigerate while preparing nachos. to prepare the nachos, preheat oven to 400F. cut each tortilla into 6 wedges. working in batches, line a baking sheet with foil or parchment paper and spray both sides of tortilla with nonstick cooking spray. Bake tortillas for 10 minutes until browned, turning halfway through until crisp. stir together sugar and cinnamon in a medium bowl; add tortillas and toss well to coat. pile onto a decorative platter. heat caramel sauce for 20 to 30 seconds in the microwave until thin enough to pour. drizzle over tortillas and sprinkle with mangos. serve with cinnamon cream.
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Knock Your Socks Off Mango Delight!

Recipe courtesy of Devin Davis, 2009 Rising Mango Star winner. makes 6 servings prEp tiME: 35 minutes, plus chilling 3 to 4 hours cook tiME: 4 minutes
ingrEdiEnts: instructions:

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cups of crushed hard salted pretzels sticks of salted butter, melted tablespoons of white granulated sugar (8 ounce) package of softened cream cheese (8 ounce) container of extra creamy whipped cream, softened cup ripe mango, peeled, pitted and pureed cup of white granulated sugar cups of boiling water (3 ounce) package of lemon gelatin tablespoon of mango jelly/jam tablespoons of white granulated sugar cup ripe mango, peeled, pitted and pureed cups ripe mango, peeled, pitted and chopped

preheat oven to 350F. to make the crust, mix pretzels, melted butter and sugar together with your hands until well mixed. then press evenly into a non-greased 9 x 13-inch glass pan. Bake for 4 minutes at 350F. when done, let cool for approximately 30 minutes. while crust is cooling, begin to make filling. with an electric mixer, beat the cream cheese, extra creamy whipped cream, pureed mango and sugar until well blended and smooth. then spread evenly over top of pretzel crust. take a butter knife and run along edges to seal. For the topping, combine lemon gelatin with boiling water in medium sized bowl. next, whisk in mango jam, pureed mango and sugar until gelatin and sugar are dissolved. now, put diced mango in food processor and pulse 4 to 6 times. once chopped, stir into gelatin mixture and stir well. then pour over cream cheese layer and chill in refrigerator 3 to 4 hours. note: for fast setting put in freezer for 30 minutes, then into the refrigerator until set.

Mango Fun Fact

Mangos are distantly related to a few unexpected crops: the cashew and pistachio.

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Tropical Smores
A traditional fireside treat goes tropical. makes 4 servings prEp tiME: 10 minutes cook tiME: 5 minutes
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marshmallows (3-inch) soft molasses cookies large mango, peeled, pitted and sliced

instructions:

toast marshmallows on long metal skewers over hot coals until golden brown on the outside and soft on the inside. place marshmallows on 4 cookies (2 marshmallows per cookie) and top with mango slices. drizzle with caramel sauce and sprinkle with coconut and nuts, as desired. top with remaining cookies.
sErving tips:

optional toppers: caramel sauce, toasted coconut, chopped macadamia nuts

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More Fun Ways to Eat Mangos!

like other delicious fruits, the mango is a healthy snack and tastes great any time of the day. enjoy sliced mango all by itself or get creative and make foods more exciting with mangos. here are some easy things to try...

with MEALs

Mango Breakfast Confetti: scatter diced mango bits over waffles or pancakes. Mango Splash: Give any meal some color with fresh, bright mango. drizzle mango puree over grilled or sauted chicken, pork or fish. toss mango chunks into a fruit salad or a green salad. Mango Maniac: mix chopped mango with vanilla frozen yogurt. scoop into a ball, top with mango puree, and garnish with mango chunks.
Just For Fun

As A snAck

Mango Stacks: put a mango cube or two on a toothpick with fresh raspberries. Mango Icepops: puree fresh cut mango in a blender or food processor. pour into ice cube trays, stick in a popsicle stick or toothpick and freeze. Voila! mango icepops! Mango Bites: press mini cookie cutters shaped like hearts, stars, circles or squares into wide slices of mango. Bite-sized mango shapes!

Mango Mash: its fun. its messy. its a blast. this is how kids from all over the world eat mangos. take a ripe mango thats slightly soft. with enough pressure to mash the mangos insides but not so much that you break the skin, start squeezing and rolling the mango until its feels like the flesh inside is broken down. have someone cut off the tip top of the mango and then suck out the pulp and juice. its like drinking a mango smoothie with nothing but pure mango. Note to adults: this is a fun way to get your kids to eat their important fruit servings but use caution if your kids are super-sensitive to poison ivy, as there might be a slight reaction from the mango skin. Give it a try. if they have a reaction, just cut and peel the mango for them next time. most people who are allergic to mango skin can still enjoy the yummy mango flesh.

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the national Mango board is a national promotion and research organization, which is supported by assessments from both domestic and imported mangos. the board was designed to drive awareness and consumption of fresh mangos in the u.s. Mango availability per capita has quadrupled since 1990 to an estimated 2.24 pounds per year in 2010. Mango import volume for 2010 was 770 million pounds. Learn more at www.mango.org.

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