Aamras


Aamras is a popular mango delicacy from the Western Indian states of Maharashtra and Gujarat. Try this absolutely delicious aamras recipe with my step-by-step photos for an indulgent summer treat. Enjoy it as it is or with poori(Indian fried bread).

What is Aamras ?

In Hindi the words Aam means mango and Ras means essence or extract or juice. So the word aamras means a juicy mango extract. It is also known as Keri no Ras in Gujarati language where keri means mango.

Aamras is a summer delight in a bowl. One of the dishes that I make on occasions during weekends in the Indian summers is aamras poori.

Traditionally aamras is served with poori. This pairing known as aamras puri is liked by many people and is quite popular.

But aamras can also be eaten after a meal as a sweet dish or just about at any time. Recently a reader had also mentioned in the comments below that neer dosa can be served with aamras.

As I mentioned above, aam ras is very popular both in Gujarat and Maharashtra. In fact, in both Gujarati and Maharashtrian weddings, I have had aamras served in the thali meal.


Preparation Time: 5 minutes

Serves: 3 servings

Ingredients:

3 small or 2 large Ripe Mango (approx. 500 gm)

2 teaspoons Sugar or to taste

1/3 cup Water or Milk (or 6 ice cubes)

Cashew Nuts, for garnishing (optional)


Directions: 

  1. step-1
    Choose ripe mangoes. We have used Alphonso mango in this recipe but you can use any other type of ripe mangoes. Wash and pat dry the mangoes. Peel them and cut into small pieces as shown in the picture. Discard the stone.
  2. step-2
    Transfer mango pieces and sugar into the blender jar of a blender or a mixer grinder.
  3. step-3
    Blend until smooth puree. Add 1/3 cup water or 5-6 ice cubes and blend again for 1-2 minutes.
  4. step-4
    Transfer it to the serving bowl and garnish with cashew nuts. Serve it with potato bhaji and masala poori. You can also add a teaspoon of ghee and a pinch of sonth powder (dry ginger powder) while making mango puree to give it a traditional Gujarati touch.

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