The mango fruit is very rich in magnesium
and vitamins A and C. The fruit is oval and reaches about the size of a pear,
its skin and its flesh is yellow, has a sweet flavor and is very juicy.
The frozen mango pulp has the taste, odor
and color, characteristic of the fruit is also free of debris seed. 100%
natural, no preservatives or chemicals.
HEALTH
BENEFITS:
- High concentrations of carbohydrates
which makes having a high calorific value.
- It is an antioxidant and anticancer.
- For its vitamin A it has beneficial
effect on skin, eyes, hair, mucous membranes, bones and immune system. Also for
its vitamin C helps in the absorption of iron, the formation of red blood
cells, collagen, teeth and bones. Both vitamins have antioxidant properties.
- Also has digestive properties because its
high magnesium content and fiber satisfying result in a beneficial effect for
overweight and diabetes. It is also beneficial for people taking diuretics that
cause them to lose potassium and bulimia, because is very rich in this mineral.
USES:
- Mature pulp is used fresh, frozen, dried
or in all types of jellies.
- The green mangoes can be used as a
vegetable in meals. When the fruits are green have less sugar so they are
preferable for people who control the sugar or weight.
EL MANGO Y LA BELLEZA:
- Consume mango can improve certain skin
problems like acne and helps to unclog blocked pores. Makes the skin tone
brighter look and beta-carotene protects against radiation of the sun.
- It has antioxidant properties thanks to
its active ingredients: carbohydrate, AHA and vitamins, which provide
anti-aging effects, photo protection and protection of the hair color.
- Best of all is that their amino acids and
antioxidants help nourish and condition the hair, so that significantly reduces
frizz.
RECIPES:
1.
Sorbete de Mango:
Ingredients:
1 packet of mango pulp (thawed)
Sugar to taste.
1 cup of yogurt
Directions:
- Mix thawed
mango pulp with sugar to form a homogeneous mash.
- Add the yogurt.
- Pour the
mixture into a bowl, cover and leave in the fridge for 4 hours, stirring periodically.
2.
Mango Vinaigrette:
Ingredients:
1 fresh onion
1 green pepper
1 red pepper
1 packet of mango pulp (thawed)
Extra virgin olive oil
Apple cider vinegar
Salt to taste
Directions:
- Cut the onion,
green pepper, red pepper into small dice, add the thawed mango pulp season to
taste with extra virgin olive oil, apple cider vinegar and salt.
This vinaigrette
perfectly accompany fish. He admits many variants, and nuts sit well: some walnuts
or sultanas raisins.
3.
Frozen Mango Margaritas (cocktail)
Ingredients:
1 ½ cups ice cubes
¾ cup white tequila
½ cup frozen mango pulp (thawed)
¼ cup lemon juice
¼ cup orange liqueur, such as the "Triple Sec or Cointreau"
1 tablespoon sugar
Salt (optional)
Cayenne pepper (optional)
Directions:
1. If you choose
to use salt, pour into a small bowl, mix with a pinch of cayenne pepper, so
that the salt remains stained red. Moisten the edges of the margarita glasses
with a moist towel; then the vessels immersed in the salt mixture, removing the
excess.
2. In a blender,
add ice cubes, tequila, mango pulp, lemon juice, orange liqueur and sugar. Mix
until the mixture is combined and ice is crushed, about 1 minute.
3. Pour the
frozen margaritas glasses and serve immediately.