Ingredients
For Mango Extract :
2 large ripe mangoes
1 cup food-grade glycerin
½ cup filtered water
For Mango Concentrate:
4 large ripe mangoes
½ cup sugar (or honey, optional)
¼ cup lemon juice (preserves freshness)
¼ cup water
Instructions
Mango Extract :
Prepare the Mangoes: Peel and chop the mangoes into small pieces.
Combine with Glycerin & Water: Place the mango pieces in a sterilized glass jar. Pour the food-grade glycerin and water over them, ensuring they are fully submerged.
Steep: Seal the jar and store it in a cool, dark place for 6–8 weeks, shaking gently every few days.
Strain & Store: Strain the liquid through a fine-mesh sieve or cheesecloth into a clean bottle. Store in a cool, dark place or refrigerate for extended shelf life.
Mango Concentrate:
Blend the Mangoes: Puree mango flesh until smooth.
Cook the Mixture: In a saucepan, combine the mango puree, sugar (if using), lemon juice, and water. Simmer on low heat for 10–15 minutes, stirring frequently.
Reduce to Concentrate: Continue cooking until the mixture thickens to a syrup-like consistency.
Cool & Store: Let it cool before transferring to a sterilized bottle or jar. Refrigerate for up to 2 weeks or freeze for longer storage.
Notes
- Glycerin provides a mild sweetness and helps preserve the extract.
- Use ripe, sweet mangoes for the best flavor.
- The extract works well in baking, smoothies, and flavoring drinks.
- The concentrate is perfect for juices, syrups, sorbets, and glazes.
- For a sugar-free version, omit sugar or use a natural sweetener like stevia.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Condiments & Extracts
- Method: Blending, Cooking, Infusion
- Cuisine: Global
- Diet: Vegan
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 100g (about ½ cup)
- Calories: 180 kcal
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 40mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 35mg