After packing all our belongings in less than two weeks we drove across the country and finally reached South Carolina. Well, I didn't, my husband did! I'm spending some time at my parents' house in Mexico, where the munchkin and I are being spoiled silly, while the hubby is finding a place to live. (Thanks babe!) I have written several posts about my hometown of Acuña, taken lots of pictures, and shared recipes, so this time I don't have much to show you. It really is a small town.
There is one thing in particular that I greatly enjoy when I come here in the summer, the abundance of mango. The variety most commonly available here is the ataulfo. It is an oblong shaped, yellow-skinned, mango that is known for its sweet and buttery flesh. Its skin is slightly thicker than other varieties, but its seed is thinner than most.
You can find them at your local Mexican grocery store, Costco, or Sam's Club. They are in season from March to July. Ataulfo mangoes turn from green to yellow as they mature. When you buy a mango make sure it is not bruised or over-ripe. If you can only find green mangoes, just let them mature at room temperature. An ataulfo mango is ready to eat when the skin is golden-yellow and the flesh is soft to the touch. Once they are ripe, store in the refrigerator for up to five days.
In Mexico, ataulfo mangoes are served on street carts with lime and powdered chile, in salads, salsas, and savory seafood dishes. There are also mango popsicles, mango candy, dried mango slices covered in chile, mango cakes, and pastries.
The Recipe: Mango Chile Paletas
I have created two popsicle recipes for you. The first one is sugar-free, super easy, and kid approved. The trick is to use really ripe mangoes. The second popsicle uses simple syrup as a sweetener, and has key lime juice and chile powder to make it fit for grownups. Enjoy!
Mango Chile Paletas
Ingredients
- 1 ¼ cups Mango peeled, diced
- ¼ cup Simple syrup*
- ¼ cup Water
- 2 tbsp. Key lime juice
- 1 tbsp. Tajin chile powder
Instructions
- Combine all ingredients in blender and process until smooth.
- Pour into popsicle molds and freeze for at least 5 hours before unmolding.
Notes
Tajin chile powder can be found at most Mexican grocery stores and some Wal-Mart´s.
Nutrition
Sugar-Free Mango Popsicles
Yield: 4 popsicles
Time: 15min + 5 hrs.
Ingredients:
Mango, peeled, diced | 1 ¼ cups |
Water | 1/3 cup |
Preparation:
- Combine ingredients in blender and process until smooth.
- Pour into popsicle molds and freeze for at least 5 hours before unmolding.
Chef´s Notes:
Use really ripe mangoes for extra sweetness.
MissC
I love mango with chilli. In parts of South East Asia, mangos (esp the sour varieties) are dipped in chilli salt. =)
Dora S.
I didn't know that! Thanks for sharing
mapleandgrits
These Popsicles look delicious! Can't wait to try.
Dora S.
Thanks for stopping by!
Carolyn's Southwest Kitchen
Really got into mangos when we lived in Africa and there were so many we just swept them up under the tree. I love the silky texture and the lovely sweetness. The popsicle idea is great.
TheRationalOptimist
These look delicious!! I love summertime for the mangos! Not long now until summer starts here in Australia. I'm looking forward to trying these recipes!!
Dora S.
Thanks for reading
Elizabeth Rose
These look delicious. Thank you.
Dora S.
Thanks for reading
celestedimilla
These look wonderful! Celeste :)
catewestbrook
I love this. Mangos are one of my favorite fruits, but I was never really sure how to use them other than cut them up. Great idea, and I really like sweets with a little kick!
Dora S.
Thanks for reading
Cimeron
What an interesting and unique combo! Can't wait to try it. Thanks for sharing this awesome recipe!
lyndacuba
This looks delicious!
Purple Rosemary
These look great! Thanks for posting.
isobelmasters
These look super tasty! Thanks so much for sharing
More Food, Please
These popsicles look so yummy! I need to give this a try!
Jessie
He is so adorable. My nephews who lives in Chicago now is coming to Korea next month.I'm going to make it for them following your recipe.♥
Ronit Penso
I love homemade Popsicle and actually just made ones with pineapple, which I plan to post in the next few weeks. "Great minds think alike"! :-)
Thomas
great idea for summer... :)