Almíbar de Mango Nicaraguense Recipe | A Traditional Nicaraguan Easter Dessert

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Honey adds natural sweetness with a distinct flavor.

lime juice

🥗Healthier: lemon juice

💰Cheaper: vinegar

Lemon juice offers a similar acidity.

cinnamon

🥗Healthier: nutmeg

💰Cheaper: allspice

Nutmeg provides warmth with a different profile.

vanilla extract

🥗Healthier: vanilla bean

💰Cheaper: vanilla essence

Vanilla essence is more affordable but less potent.

Peel the mangoes and cut them into small chunks.

Place the mangoes into a large pot.

Add enough water to cover the mangoes.

Turn the burner to high heat until the mixture boils.

Once boiling, reduce the heat to medium-high and let it simmer.

Stir occasionally until it starts to thicken, about 2 hours.

Taste the mixture to check for sweetness and thickness.

Continue cooking until syrupy, possibly up to 3 hours.

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