Indulge in the sweetness of Aamras, a delightful Indian dessert that celebrates the beloved mango season. This creamy and velvety treat is made from ripe and juicy mangoes, With its vibrant color and tropical aroma, Aamras is a true taste of summer, captivating your senses and leaving you craving for more. Whether served on its own or as a side with puris (fried Indian bread), Aamras is a must-try delicacy that brings the essence of sunshine and joy to your plate. Enjoy the essence of this beloved fruit in every spoonful and experience the pure bliss of Aamras!
How to make AAMRAS :
Begin by extracting the pulp from the mangoes, ensuring to gather all the succulent goodness. Flavor the pulp with a touch of jaggery (or sugar as an alternative) to enhance its sweetness. Sprinkle in a dash of cardamom powder, which will add a delightful aromatic note to the mixture. Lastly, add a pinch of salt to bring out the overall sweetness of the preparation.
Serving Suggestion for AAMRAS :
Serve the chilled aamras on its own, allowing its refreshing flavors to shine. Alternatively, pair it with a side of puri or chapati, creating a harmonious blend of tastes that’s both delightful and satisfying.
Aamras
Ingredients
- 6-7 ripe mangoes peeled and pitted
- 4-5 Tbsp jaggery or to taste, based on mango sweetness
- A pinch of salt
- 1/4 tsp cardamom powder
Instructions
- Begin by selecting ripe and flavorful mangoes. Peel the mangoes and remove the pits to access the luscious pulp.
- To the ripe mango pulp add the desired amount of jaggery. The amount of jaggery can be adjusted to suit your taste preference and the sweetness of the mangoes.
- Sprinkle a pinch of salt. The salt enhances the natural sweetness of the mangoes and balances the flavors.
- Add 1/4 tsp of cardamom powder. The aromatic cardamom infuses the Amras with a delightful fragrance.
- mix all the ingredients together. The result will be a velvety and delightful mango pulp, ready to be relished.
- Pour the Amras into a serving bowl.
- To enhance the experience, chill the Aamras in the refrigerator for a short while before serving. The refreshing cold temperature elevates the taste and makes it even more enjoyable on a warm day.
Notes
Color is not a good indication of ripeness; many red mangoes can be green inside, and others can be yellowish-green on the outside but ripe and sweet inside. Always go by feel instead of appearance.
Your Amras is now ready to be savored! Pour it into individual glasses or serve it in traditional bowls alongside puris or any Indian bread of your choice. Savor the divine taste of ripe mangoes in this delectable summer treat, and let the rich and natural flavors transport you to a tropical paradise in every blissful spoonful. Enjoy the pure essence of mangoes in the form of this heavenly Aamras!
