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5 Foolproof Ways To Find The Best Mango
Summer is an excellent season for mango fanatics. From mango smoothies to mango cheesecakes and curries, mangoes are a delight to gorge on, no matter the form. But, picking the sweetest and the juiciest mangoes can be quite a task. So here are some ways through which you can identify the best one:
1. Colour Is Not A Reliable Indicator: Not all mangoes change colour the same way. Some remain green, while the others end up with bright red, yellow or warm orange streaks.
2. Scent The Sweetness: Mature mangoes emit a fruity smell produced by esters, a natural compound. The scent is more strong near the stem so take a sniff to check.
3. Inspect The Firmness: Mangoes become softer as they turn sweeter, like peaches. Raw mangoes are known to have tough skin and sour flesh. Gently squeeze a mango; the perfect one would be slightly firm because of the fibre but squeezable without soft spots.
4. Check The Weight: Mangoes become plump and more round when ripened. The heavier the mango, the tastier it is.
5. Observe Any Presence Of Sap: Another sign that suggests the mango is sweet is the sticky, clear sap that oozes without prodding. Sometimes, the secretion causes dark spots or lines that might be mistaken for fruit rot.
Common Cultivars and Their Description
Since checking the colour of the mangoes may not always be a reliable source, here are some identifying factors and information about the most popular varieties:
Alphonso (Ratnagiri)
Alphonso, the king of all mangoes, are known for their incredible sweetness, richness and flavour. A pale yellow that turns golden yellow with a red tinge at the top when ripened is creamy, syrupy and fibreless. They are generally available from mid-April through the end of June.
Badami (Karnataka)
Badami is a deliciously sweet and succulent mango that looks bright yellowish and turns yellowish-orange when matured and is slightly fibrous. The harvest begins from the last week of March till June.
Chaunsa (Bihar and Uttar Pradesh)
Almost entirely fibreless, this cultivar is aromatic and sweet-flavoured. Chaunsa turns a golden yellow hue when ripened and is fibreless. The season starts from the beginning of June and ends in the third week of August.
Langra (Bihar and Uttar Pradesh)
The Langra variant has a soft, succulent and sweet pulp and tastes heavenly. Unlike common varieties, it has a greenish tinge. Harvest usually begins in the first week of July.
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