Pecan Free Vegan Mango Sauce
Bright, tropical, and just a little bit spicy, this silky mango sauce is the kind of condiment that makes everything it touches taste more exciting. Ripe mango gets simmered with fresh lime juice, grated ginger, maple syrup, and a whisper of turmeric until it's completely soft and fragrant, then blended and strained into a glossy, restaurant-worthy pour. The result is smooth, vibrant, and layered — sweet up front with a warm, gingery finish and a citrusy lift that keeps it from ever feeling heavy. Every single ingredient here is plant-based and naturally free from tree nuts, so there's no label-scanning or substitution stress involved. A pinch of cayenne is optional but genuinely worth it if you like a little heat sneaking in at the end. Drizzle it over grain bowls, grilled vegetables, or anything that could use a burst of sunshine on the plate. It also keeps well in the fridge, so making a batch ahead is absolutely the move.
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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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