Mangoes have to be one of my favorite all time fruits. I just love the taste of it and anything that is mango flavored is sure to please me. Some facts you might not know about a mango:

How to buy a mango: smell it near the stem. There should be a hint of pine and peaches — no fragrance usually means the mango will have no flavor.

Ripen mangoes in a paper bag. You’ll know when it’s ready when the flesh yields to gentle pressure

Mangoes have an enzyme that tenderizes meat

mangoes are available year round but the most common one is called the Tommy Atkins, which is less flavorable than other varieties like the ones found in Thailand or India.

how to cut a mango – i use simply recipes everytime i need a tutorial about food!

have you tried trader joe’s chile spiced mangoes?

Recipes:
Avocado, tomato, mango salsa
mango muffins
Pork mango picadillo