Yeast Free Vegan Mango Sauce

Total time18 min

Prep time10 min

Cook time8 min

4.7

(19)

Bright, tropical, and just a little bit zingy, 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, grated ginger, and a whisper of turmeric until it's completely soft and fragrant — then blended silky smooth and strained for a pourable, restaurant-quality finish. The cayenne is optional, but even a pinch gives it a subtle heat that plays beautifully against the sweetness of the mango. Because it's built entirely from whole fruits, spices, and a touch of natural sweetener, there's nothing here that would raise a flag for anyone avoiding yeast or fermented ingredients — no vinegar, no soy sauce, no hidden additives to second-guess. It comes together in one small saucepan and a blender, making it genuinely weeknight-friendly. Drizzle it warm over roasted vegetables, use it as a dipping sauce, or spoon it cold over a grain bowl — it's versatile enough to earn a permanent spot in your fridge rotation.

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Ingredients

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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