Dried Mango خشک آم

Overview

Dried mango slices undergo a dehydration process in which the moisture of the fruit is removed. They have a chewy texture and a flavorful sweet taste enhanced by the drying process. They maintain their orange hue however, becomes a darker orange after drying.

Benefits

There are quite a few active ingredients and antioxidants in dried mango that can help to soothe inflammation on the skin, promote regrowth, and minimize the appearance of wrinkles, blemishes, and age spots.
The dietary fiber present in these dried fruits can help to stimulate peristaltic motion and alleviate symptoms of constipation and diarrhea, while also balancing the bacterial levels in your gut.
Dried mangos can help to boost the bone mineral density and lower your risk of osteoporosis as you age.
There is a decent amount of beta-carotene found in these fruits, which is a well-known antioxidant that can improve vision by reducing macular degeneration and slowing the onset of cataracts.
Dried mango has a lower antioxidant content than its fresh counterpart, it’s still a good source of carotenoids. It’s also linked to higher fiber intake and improved dietary quality.

Side Effects

Dried mangoes don’t include the skin, simply eating them will not cause an allergic reaction from urushiol. However, eating dried mango can cause side effects like red eyes and runny nose if you’re allergic to sulfites. You can avoid this by choosing unsulfured (or sulfite-free) dried fruit.

How To Consume

Obviously, the simplest way to eat our dried mangoes is just to pop a few in your mouth and enjoy them. But if you’re looking for something a little more creative (and delicious), here are a few ideas:

• Add them to yoghurt or oatmeal for a tropical twist on breakfast classics.
• Mix them into trail mix or granola for an on-the-go snack that’s sure to satisfy.
• Top off your favourite ice cream with some freeze-dried mango slices for a summery dessert that’ll have you feeling like you’re on vacation.
• Use them as decoration on cakes or cupcakes—or even incorporate them into the frosting.

Nutritional Value

A 1/4 cup (40 grams or about 9 pieces) serving of dry mango delivers:

Calories: 128
Carbs: 31 grams
Fiber: 1 gram
Sugar: 27 grams
Protein: 1 gram
Vitamin C: 19% of the Daily Value (DV)
Folate: 7% of the DV
Vitamin A: 3% of the DV