They were named for grower Ataulfo Morales Gordillo. The Ataulfo mango was the result of cross-pollination by several varieties (including an Indian variety) in the southern Soconusco region of Mexico in the state of Chiapas, on the border of Guatamala. Though the Spanish may have also brought mangoes with them to Mexico a century earlier. Mangoes came to Mexico from Brazil via Portuguese travelers who brought the tropical fruit to South America in the 1700s. In the ancient Sanskrit, mango trees are referred to as kalpavriksha or "wish granting trees." Historians believe it was Buddhist monks who first brought mango seeds with them on travels outside of India. Mangoes have had a cultural significance for centuries in Hindu and Buddhist practices. Store mangos at room temperature until ripe, once ripe they will keep refrigerated for up to a week. Pureed mango makes a great addition to smoothies, juices, ice cream and curries. Sauteed mango is a great accompaniment to poultry and roasted meats. Try adding mango cubes to pancakes, muffins and waffles. Mangoes contain enzymes that have been shown to aid in digestion.Ītaulfo mangos make excellent sorbet, jams, tarts and chutneys. They contain potassium and calcium, as well as iron and folate.
Ataulfo mangoes are a Philippine type, meaning they are polyembryonic - the center stone containing two seeds, versus one.Ītaulfo mangoes are rich in vitamins A, B, and C as well as dietary fiber and are a good source of carbohydrates. The mangoes are known as Honey mangoes or Nam Dok Mai in Thailand, and in some places they are known as Manila mangoes. Though all Champagne mangoes are the Ataulfo variety, not all Ataulfo mangoes are Champagne mangoes. When ripe and at room temperature the Ataulfo mango will have a sweet smell and a slight wrinkling of the skin.Ītaulfo mangoes are available in the spring and through the fall.Ītaulfo mangoes are a Mexican cultivar of Mangifera indica, made popular by the marketing of the trademarked Champagne® variety.
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Smaller in size and less fibrous than a traditional mango, the skin of the Ataulfo mango is tough and the flesh is soft, sweet and juicy. For assistance, please call us at 80.▶Play Your browser does not support the audio element.Ītaulfo mangoes are oval-shaped and slightly crook-necked with a golden yellow exterior and bright yellow flesh. This item is perishable and must ship at least 2 nd Day.Īny orders that do not have the appropriate shipping method selected will not be shipped out. Honey mangos are also known as Ataulfo Mangos. Since Honey Mangos are usually sold firm, leave at room temperature for several days to soften until they yield to gentle pressure and the skin wrinkles. Choose fruit that are firm, have unblemished skin and a fresh scent.
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Mango may be added to salads or used in vegetable or poultry dishes. An important fruit for many tropical countries, the mango contains enzymes useful for tenderizing meats that also acts as a digestive aid. Sometimes referred to as "champagne" mango, its flesh is velvety smooth with almost no fibrous texture and with a wafer-thin pit. The Honey Mango is small, delicately shaped, with skin that ripens to a golden yellow. The mango, a native of India and cultivated in Asia for over four thousand years, is grown around the world, including areas of Mexico, California and Florida. The Honey Mango variety is prized for its wonderfully creamy texture and is considered the "champagne" of all mangos.
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