Bye Bye Mangoes

~ Adieu Mangoes ~

September is the time of the year when we

bid adieu to the ripe juicy mangoes. Although the

supermarket shelves beautifully flaunt some imported

varieties of the king fruit all around the year yet the

magic of the local sun kissed juicy aromatic varieties

are deeply missed during the off season .

Mango is a part of our culture . Besides being our national

fruit , it is believed to be favorite amongst the deities too.

The mango leaves & the mango blossoms are integral

part of the Indian ceremonies . Throughout the

centuries this divine fruit has won the hearts of millions.

Mangoes beautifully reflect the Indian summers.

Aamras or sweet mango pulp is one of the most loved

& easy to prepare mango delicacy. The pulp of the fruit

is churned , chilled & relished with Indian flatbreads or

rotis. Mango season is almost incomplete without it.

Aamras

Ingredients- 2-3 ripe mangoes, 2-3 tsp sugar ( omit if the mangoes

are very sweet & juicy) , chopped dry fruits (opt), 2-3 tbsp water .

Method- Peel & roughly dice the mangoes. Blend with sugar & water

till smooth. Chill for 25-30 mins , garnish with nuts & serve.

Mango Lollies

Treat the lil ones with these homemade popsicles , these

fruities on stick are great as an afternoon snack & are

packed with the fresh fruity goodness.

Just pour the prepared Aamras in popsicle molds & freeze.

De-mold & let the yummmm yummmmm begin .

Bye bye Mangoes we will miss u till the next season.