Grilled mangoes are a delightful and unique way to enjoy this tropical fruit. The natural sweetness of the mango is enhanced by the slight caramelization that occurs on the grill, creating a perfect balance of flavors. This simple yet elegant dish can be served as a dessert, a side dish, or even as a topping for salads and meats.
When preparing this recipe, it's important to choose ripe but firm mangoes. They should give slightly to pressure but not be overly soft. Honey and lime juice are common pantry items, but if you don't have them, they can be easily found in the baking and produce sections of your supermarket.
Ingredients for Grilled Mango Recipe
Mangoes: The star of the dish, providing a sweet and juicy base that becomes even more flavorful when grilled.
Honey: Adds a touch of sweetness and helps in caramelizing the mango slices on the grill.
Lime juice: Provides a zesty contrast to the sweetness of the mango and honey, enhancing the overall flavor.
Technique Tip for This Recipe
When grilling mangoes, make sure they are ripe but still firm to maintain their shape and texture during cooking. To enhance the flavor, consider marinating the mango slices in the honey and lime juice mixture for about 10-15 minutes before grilling. This allows the mango to absorb the sweetness and citrus notes more deeply, resulting in a more flavorful dish.
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Alternative Ingredients
mangoes - Substitute with peaches: Peaches have a similar texture and sweetness when grilled, making them a great alternative to mangoes.
mangoes - Substitute with pineapple: Pineapple offers a tropical flavor and caramelizes beautifully on the grill, providing a different yet delightful taste.
honey - Substitute with maple syrup: Maple syrup provides a similar sweetness and can add a unique depth of flavor to the grilled fruit.
honey - Substitute with agave nectar: Agave nectar is a great vegan alternative to honey and has a comparable sweetness level.
lime juice - Substitute with lemon juice: Lemon juice offers a similar acidity and brightness, making it a suitable replacement for lime juice.
lime juice - Substitute with orange juice: Orange juice provides a milder acidity and a hint of sweetness, which can complement the grilled fruit nicely.
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How To Store or Freeze This Dish
- Allow the grilled mango slices to cool completely before storing. This helps prevent condensation, which can make the fruit soggy.
- Place the cooled mango slices in an airtight container. If you have multiple layers, separate them with parchment paper to avoid sticking.
- Store the container in the refrigerator. The grilled mango will stay fresh for up to 3 days.
- For longer storage, consider freezing. Lay the grilled mango slices on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, ensuring they do not touch each other.
- Freeze the mango slices for about 2 hours or until they are solid. This prevents them from sticking together.
- Once frozen, transfer the mango slices to a freezer-safe bag or container. Label with the date to keep track of freshness.
- When ready to use, thaw the grilled mango in the refrigerator for a few hours or overnight. They can be enjoyed cold or gently reheated on the grill or in a microwave.
- To reheat, place the mango slices on a preheated grill for 1-2 minutes on each side or microwave for 20-30 seconds until warm.
How To Reheat Leftovers
Oven Method:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Place the grilled mango slices on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Cover the mango slices with aluminum foil to prevent them from drying out.
- Heat for about 5-7 minutes or until they are warmed through.
Microwave Method:
- Place the grilled mango slices on a microwave-safe plate.
- Cover the plate with a microwave-safe lid or another plate to retain moisture.
- Microwave on medium power for 1-2 minutes, checking halfway to ensure they are evenly heated.
Stovetop Method:
- Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat.
- Add a small amount of butter or olive oil to the skillet.
- Place the grilled mango slices in the skillet and heat for 1-2 minutes on each side until warmed through.
Grill Reheat Method:
- Preheat your grill to medium heat.
- Place the grilled mango slices back on the grill.
- Grill for about 1 minute on each side, just enough to reheat without overcooking.
Air Fryer Method:
- Preheat your air fryer to 350°F (175°C).
- Place the grilled mango slices in the air fryer basket in a single layer.
- Heat for 3-4 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through to ensure even heating.
Essential Tools for This Recipe
Grill: A cooking device that uses direct heat to cook food, perfect for achieving those beautiful grill marks on the mango slices.
Tongs: A utensil used to flip and handle the mango slices on the grill without burning your hands.
Basting brush: A tool used to apply the honey and lime juice mixture evenly over the mango slices.
Cutting board: A flat surface used to safely peel and slice the mangoes.
Chef's knife: A sharp knife used to peel and cut the mangoes into thick slices.
Mixing bowl: A bowl used to combine the honey and lime juice before brushing it onto the mango slices.
Measuring spoons: Tools used to measure out the honey and lime juice accurately.
Serving platter: A dish used to present the grilled mango slices once they are cooked.
How To Save Time on This Recipe
Preheat the grill: Preheat the grill while you prepare the mangoes to save time.
Use a peeler: Use a vegetable peeler to quickly and efficiently peel the mangoes.
Slice uniformly: Cut the mangoes into uniform slices for even grilling.
Brush ahead: Mix the honey and lime juice beforehand and brush the mango slices in batches.
Grill in batches: Grill multiple slices at once to reduce cooking time.
Serve immediately: Serve the grilled mangoes right off the grill to save time on reheating.
Grilled Mango Recipe
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 whole Mangoes ripe but firm
- 1 tablespoon Honey optional
- 1 teaspoon Lime Juice fresh
Instructions
- Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
- Peel the mangoes and cut them into thick slices.
- Brush the mango slices with honey and lime juice.
- Grill the mango slices for 2-3 minutes on each side, until grill marks appear.
- Remove from the grill and serve warm.
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