By It good source of fibre and vitamin C, along with other immunity-boosting vitamins that help in fighting diseases and infections.
How to pick the right mango?
Mangoes come in various varieties with different colours and textures. So, when buying mangoes, don’t let the colour trick you. Mangoes can be checked only by squeezing them slightly to feel the softness. However, if you do happen to buy a box of unripe mangoes, then try this to ripen them quickly: store your mangoes in a brown paper bag fully covered for 1-2 days, depending on the fruit. This will fasten the process of ripening and you can consume the fruits without having to wait!
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Cut it the right way
There are no rules to this, but it is always better to follow some basic rules like washing the mango thoroughly. Use a cutting board and a kitchen knife, and if you think you can manage it without a cutting board- think again! Cut off both the cheeks and lay them flat on the surface before you cut them into vertical slices without cutting through the skin. Cut them into tiny cubes and scoop them off with a spoon or add them to your salads and milkshakes!
Types of mangoes
There are different kinds of mangoes around the globe, and all of them have their own sweet, or sour purpose. Region-specific mangoes have a different texture and taste to them. Some of the famous types of mangoes in India are Alphonso, Kesar, Dasheri, Banganpalli and Badami. Alphonso, known as the King of Mangoes, is grown extensively in Maharashtra, while Banganpalli is grown in Karnataka and is slightly bigger in size.
