Aamras
Aamras is a classic Indian dessert made from the pulp of ripe mangoes. This simple, no-cook purée is blended until smooth, often flavored with cardamom and saffron, and served chilled as a delightful summer treat.
An original recipe by Forkin
- Total time
- 45 min
- Serves
- 4
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Per serving
- 207 kcal
Allergen information: may contain milk, nuts, and tree nuts. Always check ingredient packaging if you have an allergy.
Mise en place
Ingredients
Converted for display; the recipe amounts stay equivalent.
Ingredients
- 4 pcsripe mango, peeled, pitted, and roughly chopped
- 2 tbspgranulated sugar, or to taste(optional)
- 0.25 tspground cardamom
- 1 pinchsaffron, strands(optional)
- 60 mlmilk, or plant-based milk(optional)
garnish
- 1 tbsppistachio, roughly chopped(optional)
Equipment
bowl · blender · cutting board · knife
The method
Step by step
- 1
Place the chopped mango flesh into a high-speed blender.
About 5 min
Cook’s note: Using very ripe, sweet, and non-fibrous mangoes like Alphonso or Kesar will give the best results.
- 2
Add the ground cardamom, saffron strands, and optional sugar to the blender.
About 1 min
Cook’s note: Start with less sugar and add more only if needed, as the sweetness of mangoes can vary greatly.
- 3
Blend on high speed until the mixture is completely smooth and creamy, with no lumps remaining.
About 2 min
- 4
Check the consistency. If the purée is too thick for your preference, add the optional milk and blend for a few more seconds to combine.
About 1 min
Cook’s note: Add milk gradually to avoid making the aamras too thin.
- 5
Transfer the aamras to a bowl, cover it, and place it in the refrigerator to chill for at least 30 minutes.
About 30 min
Cook’s note: Chilling enhances the flavor and provides a more refreshing experience.
- 6
Serve the chilled aamras in bowls, topped with chopped pistachios for garnish if desired.
About 1 min
Cook’s note: Aamras is traditionally served with hot puris (fried bread) for a delicious contrast in temperature and texture.
Per serving
Nutrition
- Calories
- 207.3kcal
- Protein
- 3.3g
- Carbs
- 47g
- Fat
- 2.9g
- Fibre
- 4.4g
- Sugar
- 43.6g
Estimated from the recipe’s ingredient quantities. Values can vary with brands and substitutions.
Keep it good
Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
Serve chilled directly from the refrigerator.
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