Thursday, May 28, 2009

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:)

17 comments:

  1. that looks delicious...you lucky people..we dont get to try many indian mangoes here..either few or expensive..i am just drooling looking at all the mango recipes being posted in different blogs.

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  2. Yummy mango jam..similar to mango chutney..its on my mind to make this from a very long time..will try soon :)

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  3. Yummy jam with one of my fav fruit, pity we don't get them in abundence.

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  4. My family is one crazy one, when it comes to mango jam...the one we make is bit similar but slow cooking method.Loved this instant one too :-)
    Enjoy the bounty till it lasts ;-)

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  5. hello thats just too good ok..I love the look of it, so you got to send it to the mela or didn't you know abt it?..make sure you make the best of what madras has to offer and make me some authentic mango dishes ok..:))

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  6. Hmmm this is so amazing...eyecatching looks:).I love mangoes too...as u said v dont need chapathi/dosa for this...its great and sinful when consumed directly.

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  7. Jam is such a nice way to keep for storage. Looks perfect :)

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  8. Thats an easy recipe...nothing can beat homemade jam...that looks awesome.

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  9. woohoo..awesome looking mango jam!!!

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  10. yummy mango jam! I love it :)

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  11. Am missing mangoes here! Makes me nostalgic! Your devils food cake looks too too good n perfect!

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  12. mmmmmmmmm mango jam looks so delicious nice pic.

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  13. That is come out perfect, feels like having it from the spoon :)

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  14. Looks perfect & yummy. Nice clicks too.

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  17. Hey Divya! Lovely jam! I dropped in to say I FINALLY posted a pic of my chocolate biscuit pudding as u had asked for :D

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