Seed Oil Free Vegan Mango Sauce
Bright, tropical, and just a little bit spicy, this mango sauce is the kind of condiment that makes everything it touches taste more exciting. Fresh or thawed frozen mango gets simmered with lime juice, maple syrup, ginger, and a whisper of turmeric until it's completely soft and fragrant, then blended and strained into a silky, vibrant pour. The result is smooth enough to drizzle over grain bowls, grilled vegetables, or tacos, yet bold enough to stand on its own as a dipping sauce. Because every ingredient here is a whole food or pantry staple, there's no need to scrutinize labels for hidden refined oils — the richness comes entirely from the fruit itself. The optional pinch of cayenne adds a gentle heat that plays beautifully against the sweetness of ripe mango, but the sauce is equally gorgeous without it. Make a batch ahead of time and keep it in the fridge; it works warm or at room temperature, which makes it endlessly versatile throughout the week.
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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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