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Mangoes are tropical fruits and sweet in taste. They are best served freshly cut in fruit salads, smoothies, or as a frozen snack. Like papayas, mangoes are also commonly found as a breakfast side dish. Freezing mangoes are the best method to prepare a large quantity to store.
Steps
Choosing Mangoes
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1Select ripe mangoes to use. Gently put a very small amount of pressure on them to ensure the hardness of the fruit. Use your touch sense when comparing ripeness, not the color of it.[1]
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2Prepare the mangoes. Use a knife to remove the skin from the fruit. Slice the mango into bite-sized pieces.[2]
Freezing Raw Cubes
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1Place the pieces on a baking sheet.[3] Make sure that the pieces do not touch each other, as it's very difficult to break frozen mangoes apart.
- It's useful if the sheet has a "lip" or curved section so that the pieces don't fall off. You can always use a shallow casserole dish as a substitute.
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2Place the baking sheet in the freezer on a flat surface.[4] Freeze the fruit for about three to five hours, depending on the thickness of the pieces.
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3Add the frozen mangoes to a freezer zipped bag.[5] Label accordingly, with the current date.
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4Freeze the mangoes up to 10 months.[6]
Creating a Simple Syrup
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1Combine a cup of sugar and two cups of water in a medium pot.[7]
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2Bring the mixture to a boil, stirring constantly and allowing the sugar to dissolve.
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3Allow the mixture to completely cool on the side.
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4Add the mango pieces in freezer-friendly Tupperware containers. Label accordingly, with the current date.
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5Pour the simple syrup over the mango. Leave a 1" (2.54 cm) room at the top for expansion.
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6Freeze the mangoes up to 12 months.
Community Q&A
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QuestionCan I freeze whole mangoes without peeling them?
Community AnswerYes, but I wouldn't recommend this. I would cut them up before freezing to salvage the fruit. Freezing them with the skin and seeds inside makes it difficult to remove them later. -
QuestionCan I unfreeze mango pieces without adding water, then eat them after they're thawed?
Community AnswerYou can defrost them in the fridge without adding any water. The texture may not be as firm as fresh. -
QuestionCan I just sprinkle a little sugar and fresh fruit over the mangoes before freezing, instead of the simple syrup?Community AnswerYes, but you may want to consider adding water as well, so the mangoes don't get dehydrated.
References
- ↑ https://www.mango.org/how-to-choose-a-mango/
- ↑ https://www.bbcgoodfood.com/videos/techniques/how-prepare-mango
- ↑ https://simpledailyrecipes.com/100896/easy-way-to-freeze-mango/
- ↑ https://fabulesslyfrugal.com/recipes/how-to-cut-and-freeze-mango/
- ↑ https://fabulesslyfrugal.com/recipes/how-to-cut-and-freeze-mango/
- ↑ https://www.healwithfood.org/freezing-fresh/how-to-freeze-mango-for-smoothies.php
- ↑ https://pickyourown.org/freezing_mangos.htm
- http://nchfp.uga.edu/how/freeze/mango.html - resource source
About This Article
To freeze a whole mango, start by peeling it, since this will be easier than trying to peel it once it’s frozen. Then, place it in an airtight plastic bag in the freezer. If you’ve already cut your mango, spread the pieces on a sheet pan or casserole dish and place it in the freezer for 3-5 hours. Once your mango cubes feel firm, take them out of the freezer and use a spatula to scrape them off the bottom. If the cubes are stuck, run your spatula under warm water to help lift them off. When you’ve loosened all of the mango pieces, transfer them to an airtight sealable bag and put them back in the freezer. Make sure to use them within 10 months while they're still good to eat. For more tips, including how peel and cut your mango, read on!
