How to make dried mango at home

Dried mangoes can be used as pudding or a snack. The fruit is known for its great taste and nutritious value. The dried mango price is high, and making them at home will help you save. Before looking at the dried mango recipe, it is best to understand its nutritional value.

There are numerous nutrients in dried mango fruit like Vitamin A; it helps to keep the skin and mucous membrane healthy. It also protects it against bacteria; Vitamin A also helps in reducing blindness among older adults. Mango has vitamin B, which converts food to energy and increases the production of red blood cells.

It is also known to help in the reduction of stress. Note that calories dried mango have are high compared to other fruits- eat in moderation if you want to lose weight. Many people wonder how to process dried mango at home. Three techniques can be used- the sun, an oven, or through a dehydration process.

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How to make dry mango using the sun

You will need the following:

• Two containers
• Two large strainers or a fine mesh cloth
• Grinder or mixer
• Knife
• Peeler
• Butter or ghee

Process

1. Get the mango's peels and slice them.
2. Take the juicer and use it to make fine pulp ensure there are no lumps.
3. Put the pulp in containers. You can add some saffron or cardamom for flavor.
4. Take a tiny piece of clean cloth and use it to apply the ghee or butter on a tray; then pour the pulp on the greased surface.
5. Please wait for it to dry completely before using it. The best way to tell if the mixture is ready is by pressing your fingers on it. If it is ready, there will be no puffy regions.
6. When it dries, start by using a knife to extract it around the corners.
7. Peel the edges until you can start pulling it with your fingers.
8. Use a circular method to extract while ensuring it does not tear.
9. When done, cut it in the shapes you want. The dried mango expiration, when stored in the refrigerator, is three weeks. Yet, if stored in the freezer section, it can be used throughout the year.

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How to make oven-dried mango fruit

You will need the following:

• Knife
• A peeler
• Cheesecloth
• Baking sheet
• Chopping board
• Strainer
• Oven

Procedure

1. When drying using the oven, you can choose to dry it with skin or without skin. Both of these options are nutritious and will give you a tasty snack.
2. Wash the mango before stripping thin slices from it. If you want to remove the skin, start by peeling before cutting it.
3. Cut into plump cheeks from any side of the center. You can choose to cut into strips or chunk as desired. When you are slicing note the thinner the fruit, the less time it will take to dry.
4. Preheat the oven to 185 degrees Fahrenheit. Arrange the mangoes in thin layers on the baking sheet then place it in the oven.
5. Turn the fruit after every 30 minutes to ensure both sides dry. The dried mango fruit will look shrunken and smaller and have an orange color.

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The rate it will take to dry the pieces will depend on the size of the chunk. Thin slices will take about 2-3 hours, while the larger ones can take 6-12 hours.

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How to process dried mango pieces through the dehydration process

You will need the following:

• Dehydrator
• Slicer
• Cutting board
• Bowl

Procedure

1. Using a ripe fruit, you should take a slicer and start cutting, then turn the fruit and skin in. Cut it in small pieces depending on what you prefer.
2. The next step is using dehydrators. Arrange the pieces of the mangoes on the dehydrating machine. Arrange the fruit parallel lines on the dehydrating device. Leave some spaces to ensure the air has ample space to pass through.
3. Set the machine to 130 degrees Fahrenheit. Let the fruit dry; this will take about 10-14 hours to dry up. Before you store it, make sure that the fruit is dry. Store it in dry and dark areas to preserve its freshness.

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Style the fruit by making dried mango chocolate

Though it is sweet and delicious, it is possible to spice the meal by making dried mango chocolate. The best part is if you have the mangoes dried in the first place; this is a procedure that will only take about 35 minutes.

Ingredients

• 1 cup of dried mangoes
• 1.5 cups of bittersweet chocolate
• 2 teaspoons of cayenne pepper

Procedure

1. Prepare the baking sheet. You can do this by lining it with aluminum foil or waxed paper. In case the dried mangoes are in large pieces, slice them to finger size. This will make it easy to handle and eat.
2. When done, take the chopped chocolate and place them in a microwave-safe bowl and microwave it until it is melted.
3. Stir it every 30 seconds to ensure it does not overheat. It should have a chocolate smooth-like consistency. When done, give it a few minutes to thicken up.
4. Take a piece of the fruit by the end and dip most of it into the melted chocolate. Leave a small portion undipped.
5. Remove the fruit from the chocolate and scrape off any excess mangoes at the bottom.
6. Place the fruit with the dipped chocolate on the baking sheet. Do this to the rest of the pieces while the chocolate is still melted.
7. The next step is to sprinkle the top lightly with the dusting of cayenne pepper.
8. Take the baking tray and put it in the refrigerator. Let it sit for about 20 minutes.
9. You can serve it immediately or store it in an airtight container in the fridge for about a week.

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Regular chocolate will soften when exposed to high temperatures. You can avoid this by using temper chocolate or chocolate candy coating.

Dried mango is among the many delicacies that people enjoy today, for snacking or getting the nutrients in the fruit. By applying the highlighted processes, you will have the best mango pieces that you desired.

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Source: KAMI.com.gh