How to Cut a Mango Recipe
Introduction
Cutting a mango can seem tricky, but with the right technique, it’s simple and enjoyable. This guide will help you slice your mango perfectly to enjoy its sweet, juicy flesh without the mess.
Ingredients
- 1 mango
Instructions
- Step 1: Position the mango with one of the pointed ends facing you and the wider cheeks on either side.
- Step 2: Using a serrated knife, slice downwards to remove one cheek by cutting around the stone in the center. Repeat on the other side.
- Step 3: Score the flesh of each mango cheek diagonally along its length, then turn 90 degrees and score again to create a criss-cross pattern. Be careful to only cut through the flesh, not the skin.
- Step 4: Hold a scored mango cheek and push the skin side up with your fingers so the mango cubes pop out, forming a hedgehog-like shape.
- Step 5: Carefully slice off the mango chunks from the skin with your knife and set them aside.
- Step 6: Cut away the remaining flesh around the stone by following its curve. Score and slice these pieces as before to add to your mango cubes.
Tips & Variations
- Using a serrated knife gives more control when cutting a mango, but a sharp smooth knife will also work well.
- If your mango is very ripe, handle it gently to avoid squashing the flesh.
- Try squeezing lime juice over the cut mango for a tangy twist.
Storage
Store cut mango in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. To reheat, use it chilled or add directly to smoothies or desserts without warming.
How to Serve
Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.
FAQs
How do I know if a mango is ripe enough to cut?
A ripe mango will give slightly when pressed gently and have a sweet aroma near the stem. Avoid mangoes that are too soft or have black spots.
Can I cut a mango without a serrated knife?
Yes, a sharp smooth knife can be used effectively. Just take your time and cut carefully to avoid slipping since the mango skin can be slippery.
PrintHow to Cut a Mango Recipe
Learn the simple and effective way to cut a mango into perfect chunks using a serrated knife, making your mango ready to eat or use in recipes. This guide breaks down the steps to safely and efficiently slice mango cheeks and score the flesh for easy serving.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: 1 mango worth of chunks 1x
- Category: Fruit Preparation
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Universal
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 1 ripe mango
Instructions
- Position the mango: Place the mango on a cutting surface with one of the pointed ends facing you. The two broader sides, called the cheeks, will be at either side, ready to be sliced off.
- Slice off the cheeks: Using a serrated knife for more control, slice downwards close to the stone, removing one cheek of the mango. Turn the mango around and repeat to remove the other cheek.
- Score the mango flesh: Take one mango cheek and carefully score the flesh in a diagonal criss-cross pattern, first scoring along the length and then turning 90 degrees to create cubes.
- Invert the mango cheek: Push the skin side of the mango cheek upwards with your fingers so the scored chunks pop out, resembling a hedgehog with flesh sticking out.
- Cut the chunks away from the skin: Carefully slice along the edges to separate the mango cubes from the skin and collect them on your plate or bowl.
- Cut remaining flesh: For the mango flesh around the stone, slice it away following the curve of the stone. Score and remove these pieces as before to maximize mango yield.
Notes
- Using a serrated knife provides better control and makes slicing easier but a sharp smooth knife works as well.
- Make sure to handle the knife carefully to avoid injury since mango can be slippery.
- Ripe mangoes are easier to cut and yield softer, sweeter flesh.
- Discard the stone in the center as it is not edible.
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