Dried Mango

What Is Dried Mango?

Dried mango is a dried fruit made by slicing ripe mango thinly and removing its moisture by drying it in the sun or in a low-temperature oven. The drying process intensifies the mango’s natural sweetness and aroma.

It is orange-yellow and chewy and flexible in texture; some commercial products are sweetened with added sugar or syrup, while others rely only on the fruit’s own sugars.

Nutritional Values of Dried Mango

One hundred grams of dried mango contains about 319 kcal of energy and is high in sugar concentrated by drying, with a moderate to high amount of fiber. Values vary between sweetened and unsweetened varieties and are approximate.

How Should Dried Mango Be Consumed?

Dried mango is consumed in moderate amounts as part of a balanced diet and as a food in the dried fruit group; portion control is recommended because it is high in sugar.

This information is general; dried mango is a food and is not a substitute for medical treatment. People who monitor their blood sugar are advised to pay attention to portion size.

How to Choose Dried Mango

Good dried mango is orange-yellow, flexible and chewy, and has a high proportion of actual mango in its ingredient list. Products that are excessively hard or very shiny (heavily coated with syrup) should be assessed carefully.

• It should be orange-yellow, not darkened.
• It should be flexible and chewy, not rock-hard.
• The ingredient list should show a high proportion of actual mango.

How to Store Dried Mango

Dried mango can be stored for a long time in its sealed packaging in a dry cupboard; after opening, keeping it in an airtight container helps preserve its freshness.

Using Dried Mango in the Kitchen

Dried mango is most often eaten as a snack, added to muesli and granola mixes, or used in some sweet and savory salad recipes.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is dried mango nutritionally different from fresh mango?

Yes; the drying process removes water, increasing the concentration of sugar and calories, so the portion should be smaller than one of fresh mango.

Can dried mango be made at home?

Yes; it can be made by drying thinly sliced mango in a low-temperature oven or food dehydrator for a few hours.

Is dried mango available in Türkiye?

It is readily available at large supermarkets and nut shops, and is becoming more common.