Sugared Lime and Mango Cheeks

Elevate your dessert game with these irresistible Sugared Lime and Mango Cheeks, a tropical masterpiece that combines caramelized mango with zesty lime sugar and a hint of mint. This quick recipe dazzles with its simplicity, requiring just ripe mangoes, granulated sugar, a touch of butter, and a fresh lime to create the ultimate balance of sweetness and tang. Cooked to golden perfection in a skillet, the mango cheeks develop a luscious, caramelized crust that's perfectly complemented by a drizzle of fresh lime juice and a sprinkling of lime zest-infused sugar. Ready in just 15 minutes, this elegant dish is perfect for dinner parties, brunch spreads, or spontaneous summer cravings. Garnish with fresh mint leaves for a burst of color and flavor, and serve warm or at room temperature for an unforgettable tropical treat that everyone will love.

Nutriscore Rating: 76/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:5 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 whole ripe mangoes
• 4 tablespoons granulated sugar
• 1 whole lime
• 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
• 4 leaves fresh mint leaves (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Start by preparing the mango cheeks. Slice the mangoes lengthwise along the flat seed to create two large halves (the cheeks). Keep the skin on.

Step 2

Zest the lime using a microplane or fine grater, and set the zest aside. Cut the lime in half and juice it into a small bowl.

Step 3

In a separate small bowl, mix 3 tablespoons of granulated sugar with the lime zest to create the sugared lime mixture.

Step 4

Heat a large nonstick skillet over medium heat and add the unsalted butter. Allow the butter to melt completely and foam slightly.

Step 5

Sprinkle the remaining 1 tablespoon of granulated sugar evenly across the cut flesh of the mango cheeks.

Step 6

Place the sugared side of the mango cheeks down into the skillet and cook for approximately 2-3 minutes, or until the sugar caramelizes and creates a golden crust. Avoid moving the mangoes to allow proper caramelization.

Step 7

Remove the mango cheeks from the skillet and transfer them to a serving platter, cut-side up.

Step 8

Drizzle the mango cheeks with a small amount of fresh lime juice and sprinkle the sugared lime mixture generously over the top.

Step 9

Garnish with fresh mint leaves for an added pop of flavor and visual appeal, if desired.

Step 10

Serve warm or at room temperature, and enjoy this tropical treat!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(791g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	614.8

Total Fat 2.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 0.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 10.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 159.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 12.6g	0%
Total Sugars 144.8g
Protein 6.3g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 98.4mg	0%
Iron 1.3mg	0%
Potassium 1202.5mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 3.4%

Protein: 3.7%

Carbs: 92.9%