We love mangoes in all forms, and why not? Summer in India is incomplete without mangoes. From aamras and mango lassi to pickles and chutneys, we enjoy this golden fruit in every way possible. Ripe, raw, sweet, or sour- there's no wrong way to enjoy mangoes when the sun is blazing. While desserts get most of the spotlight, mangoes also work wonderfully in savoury dishes. One such lesser-known but absolutely lip-smacking recipe is this quick mango sabzi. Easy to make and packed with bold flavours, it's the perfect fix when you want something comforting, nostalgic, and just a little indulgent.
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What Vegetables Pair Well with Mango?
Mango is surprisingly versatile in savoury cooking. It pairs beautifully with vegetables that can balance its sweetness and enhance its flavour profile. Raw mango often goes well with potatoes, okra (bhindi), and lentils like moong dal-lending a tangy punch to otherwise mild dishes. Ripe mango, as used in this sabzi, works best solo or with mildly flavoured veggies like bottle gourd (lauki), pumpkin, or ridge gourd, where it stands out as the star. The trick is to avoid overly bitter or pungent vegetables that may clash with its delicate sweetness.
What Happens When You Cook Mango?
Cooking mango, especially ripe mango, softens its texture and concentrates its sugars. The result is a jammy, rich consistency that melts in your mouth. It also blends well with spices, absorbing their warmth and heat to create a balanced dish. Cooking enhances mango's natural tanginess and lets it mingle with savoury ingredients like cumin, fenugreek, and nigella seeds. This brings out a complex flavour-sweet, spicy, tangy and just a bit bitter-making mango sabzi a truly comforting dish with layers of taste.
Mango rules our diet throughout the summer season.
How to Make 5-Minute Mango Sabzi I Quick Aam Ki Sabzi Recipe
This recipe comes together in a flash, yet delivers a punch of flavour. Perfect for those days when you're craving something tasty but don't want to spend too much time in the kitchen.
- Begin by cutting one ripe mango into small bite-sized pieces. Make sure the mango is firm enough to hold its shape while cooking.
- Heat oil in a small pan or kadhai. Add a pinch of kalonji (nigella seeds), methi daana (fenugreek seeds), and jeera (cumin seeds). Let them splutter and release their aroma.
- Add the chopped mango pieces into the pan and give it a gentle stir.
- Now sprinkle salt, red chilli powder, turmeric (haldi), and a pinch of chaat masala. Stir everything together so the mango is evenly coated.
- Cover the pan with a lid and let it cook for just a minute.
- Right before serving, add a little sugar to enhance the sweetness and balance the spices. Serve warm with roti, paratha, or as a sweet-tangy side.
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In Just 5 Minutes, It's Done!
Whether you're short on time or just want to try something new with your summer mango stash, this dish will not disappoint.
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