The Land of Mangoes

Its summer time here in Maharashtra where weather here becomes quite hot and dry if you go across the Eastern Maharashtra but at the same time it’s humid in Western Maharashtra, thanks to Arabian Sea!

Three months of summer from March to May are nasty, but everything pays off when it comes to enjoy savoring the King of fruits during these months – none other than Mangoes!!

This seasonal fruit is subject to many varieties which differ as per their size, colour, appearance, taste and various other factors.

From left: Sindhu, Konkan Samrat, Ratna, Alphonso, Mankhurd, Suvarna, Konkan Raja and Konkan Ruchi.

Mango plays an important economic role in India as a cash crop, sold domestically and internationally. It has also penetrated and influenced the country’s culinary, religious and ethnic culture for thousands of years. Consumed through various interesting and delicious ways, let's have a look at zestful Mango culinary delights.

Being one of the highly popular Maharashtrian side dishes, Kairichi dal is made from grated raw mango, soaked chickpeas with a tint of green chilli along with the seasoning of mustard seeds and curry leaves. A lip smacking delight indeed!

Nothing is more refreshing than Kairicha panha, an appetizing drink made from raw mango and sugar or jaggery during the scorching summer days.

Sour and spicy Mango Pickle is something which is relished in every Maharashtrian house throughout the year which enough to raise your taste buds.

Luscious and pulpy Aamras is simply enjoyed by many people during summer season. It tastes best with Puri (deep fried wheat bread).

If you are fond of sweet rice along with an essence and flavour of Mango then Aambe bhaat (Mango rice) is for you!

Mouth-watering Raw Mango curry has stewed raw mango tempered with some mustard seeds and dry red chilli. It tastes absolutely delicious as a gravy dish with steamed rice, Bhakri or Chapati.

Rhythm Alphonso is a unique wine made from Alphonso mangoes from Ratnagiri which is a semi-sweet wine with 12% to 13% of alcohol. For all ardent wine lovers!!!

The other popular options that have become available for large scale processing of mango are seasonal Mango Milkshake, Mango ice cream, Mango juice, dried mango slices etc.

Konkan region of Maharashtra is blessed as the ideal place for culinary tourism during summer if one is truly fond of mangoes and is eager to try some of these amazing traditional mango culinary cuisines…

Take it into account that Konkan is subject to humid climate and is highly advisable to stay hydrated by drinking lot of water and juices to enjoy if you are planning your trip in summer.

So have a great day, stay safe and have a mangolicious time this summer!!