Aamras, a beloved mango delicacy originating from Maharashtra and Gujarat in Western India, is a culinary favorite. Explore this delightful aamras recipe accompanied by detailed step-by-step photos, perfect for a luxurious summer indulgence. Whether savored on its own or paired with Poori (Indian fried bread), relish the flavors of this seasonal delight.
In Hindi, “Aam” translates to mango, while “Ras” denotes essence, extract, or juice. Therefore, “aamras” signifies a luscious mango extract. In Gujarati, it is known as “Keri no Ras,” where “keri” signifies mango.
Essentially, aamras is pureed mango or mango nectar, synonymous with a summer delicacy. A favorite dish I often prepare on weekends during the Indian summers is aamras poori.
Traditionally, aamras is enjoyed with Poori, creating the beloved combination known as aamras puri, favored by many and widely popular.
However, aamras can also serve as a sweet dish after a meal or enjoyed at any time. Recently, a reader mentioned in the comments below that neer dosa pairs well with aamras.
As mentioned earlier, aamras holds significant popularity in both Gujarat and Maharashtra. In fact, it is often served in the thali meal during Gujarati and Maharashtrian weddings.
Vegan Mango Aamras Recipe
Ingredients
Instructions
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Step One
Rinse the mangoes thoroughly in clean water. Drain all the water and dry them with a clean kitchen towel.
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Step Two
Peel and chop the mangoes. -
Step Three
Add the chopped mangoes to a blender. You can also add some sugar or any other sweetener of choice if the mangoes are slightly tangy or sour. -
Step Four
Blend to a smooth pulp. -
Step Five
Transfer the mango pulp to a bowl. -
Step Six
Add cardamom powder and crushed saffron strands (optional). -
Step Seven
Mix very well. To thin the consistency slightly, add some water. -
Step Eight
Pour in a container. Cover the container and chill in the refrigerator for 30 minutes to an hour. Or you can serve straightaway in small bowls.
Serving Size 4
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 61kcal
- Calories from Fat 9kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 1g2%
- Saturated Fat 1g5%
- Sodium 1mg1%
- Potassium 173mg5%
- Total Carbohydrate 15g5%
- Dietary Fiber 1.99g8%
- Sugars 14g
- Protein 1g2%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
Note
- You could even add your choice of nuts and dry fruits to your aamras. If adding cashews, then fry or roast cashews until golden and mix it with the aamras.
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In summers we serve aamras cold or chilled. To make a cold aamras, either refrigerate the mangoes for a couple of hours or add a few ice cubes while blending the mangoes.
- Mostly, the alphonso variety of mango is used for making aamras. Though you can also make with any sweet juicy mangoes. Ensure the mangoes are not fibrous.