Fruit Salad in Mango Sauce

Agni Nakshatram or Kathri is a period of about 25 days, during the month of May, when the temperatures are supposed to rise and be at the peak. This year it started on May 4 and ends on May 28^th 2012. There are slight variations in the dates every year.

But keeping aside the high temperatures and the sweltering heat, summer also brings with it the season of Mangoes – the King of Fruits. These fruits can be enjoyed in any form – be it raw or ripe. This versatile fruit can be eaten as is or can be used to put together a variety of preparations. Anything from gravies, pickles, juices, milkshakes, smoothies, ice creams, and even cakes can be dished out of these delicious fruits.

Ours is a mango loving family. Once these fruits start making their appearance in the markets, our pantry would definitely have stock of them until the season ends. So selecting a recipe for Blog Hop from Sumedha’s space was not difficult. Chopped fruits in a Mango sauce – this immediately caught my attention. This light yet filling dessert turned out to be very yummy and was liked by all in the family.

Serves – 4 to 5

What you’ll need

1. Mango Pulp – 4 cups
2. Fresh Cream – ¾ cup
3. Green Cardamom – 5
4. Sugar – 4 to 5 tsp (Optional)
5. Mixed Fruits – 3 cups (I used apples, pomegranate, banana, grapes)
6. Dry Fruits – ½ cup (Dates, Raisins, Roasted Cashew nuts, Almonds)

Method

1. Combine mango pulp, fresh cream, green cardamom and sugar in a blender until well blended.
2. Chill this mango sauce until use.
3. Chop all the fruits into small pieces and chill separately.
4. In a flat dish, add the mixed fruits and dry fruits top with the mango sauce.
5. Garnish with some fruits and nuts as per your wish. Serve Chilled.

Note:

1. To make Mango Pulp, cut up ripe fresh mangoes and blend in a mixer.
2. If the mango pulp is naturally sweet then skip the sugar.
3. Feel free to use your choice of fruits and nuts.

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