Ambya Paank ~ Mango Jam

Come summer and you can see small shops sprouting on almost every streets selling mangoes.There are so many varieties that you get confused as to choosing one type.I think we had a big big share of mangoes this year.Last month,while we were in Bangalore,we got to eat the several different varieties there as well as the famous Banganpally mangoes here in Chennai which rule the market.

As I’ve mentioned before,hubby loves eating mangoes as it is and doesn’t prefer cooked mangoes[unless its cooked into an Upkari:)] while I like to experiment.I make milkshakes and lassis but the fat content in it makes me refrain from making/eating those often.

One thing I’ve been making since last two years with mangoes is this Ambya paank or simply,mangoes in sugar syrup.I chanced upon this recipe at Shilpa’s and have been making it ever since.Both of us love it and though Shilpa says it goes well with Dosa and Chapathi,we love to lick it off from a big spoon just as it is;).Tastes great with toast too.Here is Shilpa’s recipe with step by step pictures.

Ambya Paank ~ Mango Jam

Ingredients

Mango – 1 cup,chopped
Sugar – 1 cup[or less if the mango is sweet]
Crushed cardamom – 1[seeds of 1]
Saffron – a few strands

Method

In a non stick pan,add the mangoes and sugar and cook for 10-15 minutes on low flame.
Keep stirring to avoid burning.
To check the consistency of the Jam,put a drop on a plate,it shouldn’t spread.
Add crushed cardamom and saffron.
Let it cool,store in an airtight container and refrigerate.

Sending this across to Neha of Tasty Recipes who is hosting this month's MBP-Mango Masti,an event originally started by Coffee of Spice Cafe.

Also to Srivalli,who is hosting the King of Melas this time..er,I mean Mango:)