Description
This mango compote is a simple, spoonable fruit topping made with ripe mangoes, citrus, and a touch of sugar. It cooks quickly into a glossy, softly chunky sauce that’s perfect for yogurt, pancakes, desserts, or cake fillings.
Ingredients
4 ripe mangoes, peeled and cut into chunks
1/3 cup granulated sugar
2 tbsp fresh lime or lemon juice
2 tbsp water or mango juice
Pinch of fine salt
1/2 tsp vanilla extract or 1/8 tsp ground cardamom (optional)
Instructions
1. Peel the mangoes, remove the pits, and cut the flesh into evenly sized chunks.
2. Add mango pieces, sugar, water, and salt to a medium saucepan over medium-low heat.
3. Cook gently for 6 to 8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the mango softens and releases its juices.
4. Stir gently so some mango pieces stay intact while others break down slightly.
5. Add citrus juice and vanilla or cardamom if using, then simmer 1 minute more.
6. Remove from heat and let cool for 10 to 15 minutes; the compote will thicken as it cools.
7. Taste and adjust sweetness or acidity if needed before serving or storing.
Notes
Avoid overcooking to keep some mango pieces intact. The compote thickens more after cooling and can be loosened with a splash of juice or water if needed.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: International
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg