Nutmeg Free Vegan Mango Sauce
Bright, tropical, and just a little bit bold, this mango sauce is the kind of condiment that makes everything it touches taste more exciting. Fresh or frozen mango gets simmered with lime juice, maple syrup, grated ginger, and a whisper of turmeric until completely soft, then blended and strained into a silky, vibrant pour. The result is smooth and glossy with a warm, fruity depth that works beautifully over grain bowls, grilled vegetables, spring rolls, or even a simple scoop of coconut ice cream. Warm spices like ginger and cayenne give it a gentle kick without overwhelming the natural sweetness of the mango. Because every ingredient here is straightforward and plant-based, you never have to second-guess what's in it — no mystery blends, no spice mixes with hidden fillers. The straining step is worth the extra thirty seconds; it takes the texture from good to genuinely restaurant-quality. Make a batch on the weekend and keep it in the fridge all week — it disappears fast.
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6 servings
- 2 cups mango, fresh or thawed frozen, roughly chopped
- ¼ cup water
- 2 tbsp fresh lime juice
- 1 tbsp maple syrup
- 1 tsp fresh ginger, finely grated
- ¼ tsp ground turmeric
- 1 pinch salt
- 1 pinch cayenne pepper (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Combine the mango, water, lime juice, maple syrup, ginger, turmeric, salt, and cayenne (if using) in a small saucepan over medium heat. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the mango is very soft and the mixture is steaming, about 6–8 minutes.
- 2
Transfer the mixture to a blender (or use an immersion blender directly in the saucepan) and blend until completely smooth, about 30–45 seconds.
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