Spicy Fried Mango
Spicy Fried Mango is a delicious and unique way to enjoy fresh mango. This simple recipe combines the natural sweetness of mango with a spicy kick from crushed red pepper flakes, creating a caramelized treat that's perfect as a side dish or part of a plant-based meal. It's quick, easy, and sure to impress your taste buds!
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 64kcal
Equipment
- Frying pan
Ingredients
- 2 ripe mangoes
- 2 tbsp olive oil (or oil of choice)
- 1 tsp crushed red pepper flakes
Instructions
- Peel the mangoes using a vegetable peeler.
- Cut the mangoes into large slices, then into smaller pieces as desired.
- Heat the olive oil in a non-stick frying pan over high heat.
- Add the mango slices to the pan and cook until caramelized, about 5 minutes, stirring every minute.
- Reduce heat to medium-high. Add crushed red pepper flakes and mix well.
- Continue cooking for an additional 2 minutes, stirring every 30 seconds.
- Serve warm or cold as a side dish or over rice/quinoa.
Notes
- Adjust the amount of red pepper flakes to suit your spice preference.
- Mangoes cook quickly, so keep an eye on them to avoid burning.
Nutrition
Calories: 64kcal | Carbohydrates: 0.3g | Protein: 0.1g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Sodium: 8mg | Potassium: 11mg | Fiber: 0.2g | Sugar: 0.1g | Vitamin A: 154IU | Vitamin C: 0.2mg | Calcium: 2mg | Iron: 0.1mg