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Dried mango with no added sugar is a delightful treat. To make this delicious snack, you will need:
- 10 ripe mangos
- 2 tablespoons of honey
- ½ cup of lemon juice
Begin by selecting fresh, organic mangos. Gently press your fingers into the peel to ensure it is soft but not spoiled. This will make it easier to slice and dehydrate the mango properly.
The process can be messy and challenging. Start by cutting off both ends of the mango, enough to reveal the yellow interior. Stand the mango upright on one of the flattened sides and carefully peel it using a sharp knife or a mango slicer.
Once the peel is completely removed, slice the mango into ¼” slices. It is important to maintain consistent thickness to ensure even dehydration.
Preheat your oven to 135 degrees. Mix the honey and lemon juice until well combined. Dip each slice of mango into the mixture, allowing any excess moisture to shake off. The citrus from the lemon juice will keep the mango meat from browning.
Place the prepared mango slices on your dehydrator trays, leaving space between each piece for proper air and moisture flow. Dry for approximately 8 hours, or until the mango slices are solid and no longer sticky. Keep in mind that the dried mango will slightly moisten after cooling for 30 minutes.
If you prefer unsweetened dried mango, simply omit the honey. This way, you will retain the natural, sweet tanginess of the fruit while preserving its nutritious qualities.
Now, let’s explore a delightful recipe using your dehydrated mango:
Chocolate covered mango:
- Dehydrated Mango
- Bittersweet or dark chocolate
Start by chopping the chocolate and warming it in a saucepan over low heat. Dark chocolate works wonderfully due to its antioxidant properties and delightful combination with the natural flavor of the mango. Stir frequently until the chocolate reaches a liquid consistency.
Remove the chocolate from heat and prepare a baking sheet with parchment paper. Dip each dehydrated mango slice into the chocolate and place them on the baking sheet.
Allow the chocolate-covered mango slices to cool in the refrigerator for 30 minutes. They are now ready to be enjoyed or stored in zip lock bags!
If you are up for some spice, you can also make spicy dried mango. Simply sprinkle a bit of hot pepper, such as cayenne, on the freshly dipped chocolate mango slices before hardening the chocolate in the fridge.
Another delicious option is mango fruit juice made in a fruit dryer:
You can create your own mango fruit powder by pureeing and drying mango. Start by placing peeled mango fruit in a fruit processor and blend until smooth. Add water or fruit juice as necessary to achieve the desired consistency.
Set your fruit dryer to 135 degrees. Pour the mango puree onto solid, non-stick drying trays, spreading it to be ¼” thick. Dry until the puree solidifies and is no longer sticky. After cooling for 30 minutes, blend the dried mango into a fine powder.
You can simply add water to the fruit juice powder. The mango’s natural nutrition and flavor will shine through, especially since the flavors concentrate and intensify during the dehydration process.
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