Mango Sour

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This flavorful mango sour takes the traditional Caribbean recipe up a notch with roasted cumin and an optional touch of sweetness, offering the perfect balance of tang, spice, and depth.

Prep Time10

Cook Time20

Total Time30

Course: Other, Side Dish

Cuisine: Caribbean, Guyanese

Keyword: sauce

Servings: cup

Calories: 137kcal

Author: Chef K

Cost: $3

Equipment

Ingredients

2 cups green unripened mango chopped (about 1 mango)
3 garlic cloves chopped
1-2 wiri-wiri peppers or scotch bonnet or desired amount of pepper sauce
½ teaspoon salt to taste
2 ¼ cups water
1 teaspoon ground roasted cumin geera
2 tablespoons vinegar optional
1 tablespoon sugar optional

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Instructions

Prepare the Ingredients

Peel and chop the green mango into 2-3 inch pieces, discarding the seed.
2 cups green unripened mango
Chop the garlic and set aside.
3 garlic cloves

Cook the Mango Mixture

In a small pot, combine mango, garlic, wiri-wiri peppers, salt, water, and cumin.
1-2 wiri-wiri peppers or scotch bonnet, ½ teaspoon salt to taste, 2 ¼ cups water, 1 teaspoon ground roasted cumin
Bring the mixture to a rapid boil over medium-high heat for 10-15 minutes.
Reduce the heat and simmer until the mango is soft.

Mash and Season

Mash the cooked mango with a fork or potato masher to your desired consistency.
Adjust seasoning with additional salt or pepper if needed.

Finish with Optional Ingredients

If desired, stir in vinegar and/or sugar for extra tang or sweetness.
2 tablespoons vinegar, 1 tablespoon sugar
Allow the mixture to cool completely, as the sour will thicken as it cools.

Serve and Enjoy

Pair the Mango Sour with fried snacks, grilled dishes, or use it as a zesty dip.

Notes

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