Ingredients
Ingredients
- 480 g mango pulp (pureed fresh mango or store-bought)
- 100 g granulated sugar
- 30 g cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lime juice
- 60 g cold vegan butter (block-style, cut into cubes)
Instructions
- Prepare Mango Pulp: If using fresh mango, puree the mango flesh in a blender until smooth to get 480 g of mango pulp.
- Simmer Mango and Sugar: In a large saucepan over medium heat, combine the mango pulp and granulated sugar. Bring the mixture to a simmer while whisking frequently to dissolve the sugar and prevent sticking.
- Make Cornstarch Slurry: In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch and lime juice together to form a smooth paste without lumps.
- Thicken the Curd: Pour the cornstarch slurry into the simmering mango mixture. Continue cooking on medium heat (or low heat if using gas) while whisking constantly for 3-5 minutes until the mixture thickens enough to coat the back of a spatula without dripping.
- Incorporate Vegan Butter: Remove the saucepan from heat. Place the cold vegan butter cubes into a large mixing bowl, then pour the hot mango curd over it. Whisk thoroughly until the butter is fully melted and the curd is smooth and creamy.
- Chill the Curd: Cover the surface of the mango curd directly with plastic wrap to prevent a skin from forming. Let it cool at room temperature for 10-15 minutes, then refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow it to thicken further.
- Store Properly: Transfer the cooled mango curd into an airtight jar. Store in the refrigerator for up to 1 week. For same-day use, it can be kept at room temperature in a sealed container. To adjust consistency, gently reheat in a saucepan. The curd can also be frozen for several months and thawed overnight in the fridge.
Notes
- If using fresh mangoes, ensure they are ripe and sweet for the best flavor and consistency.
- The sugar amount can be adjusted based on mango sweetness and personal taste preferences.
- Using cold, block-style vegan butter helps achieve a smooth, silky texture when whisked into the hot mixture.
- Covering the curd surface with plastic wrap prevents a skin from forming as it cools.
- This mango curd is versatile and can be used as a spread, dessert filling, or flavor enhancer in various vegan recipes.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Spread/Dessert Filling
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Vegan, Tropical
- Diet: Vegan