Brazilian recipe
Mango and Yogurt Mousse (Mousse de manga e iogurte)
A light and refreshing dessert, this mango yogurt mousse blends tropical fruit flavors with a creamy, well-balanced texture for a perfect finish to any meal.
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Ingredients
2 cups chopped mango
1/3 cup sugar
1/4 cup water
1 teaspoon grated lime zest
4 egg whites
1 cup plain yogurt
1 envelope unflavored gelatin
8 dessert bowls or ramekins (1/2 cup capacity each)
1/3 cup sugar
1/4 cup water
1 teaspoon grated lime zest
4 egg whites
1 cup plain yogurt
1 envelope unflavored gelatin
8 dessert bowls or ramekins (1/2 cup capacity each)
Where to find ingredients
You can find fresh mangoes and limes at local produce markets or street vendors. Plain yogurt and basic baking supplies like sugar and gelatin are available at general grocery stores and supermarkets in major urban centers.
Preparation method
- Process the mango in a blender until you have a smooth purée.
- Set the purée aside.
- Beat the egg whites in a mixer until they start to foam.
- Add the sugar gradually while continuing to beat until stiff peaks form.
- Set the beaten egg whites aside.
- Pour the water into a small bowl and sprinkle the gelatin over it.
- Let the mixture hydrate for 1 minute.
- Heat the gelatin in a bain-marie until completely dissolved.
- Fold the dissolved gelatin into the mango purée.
- Add the yogurt and lime zest to the purée and mix until well combined.
- Gently fold the beaten egg whites into the mango cream using a spatula.
- Divide the mixture into individual bowls or ramekins.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours before serving.
- Garnish with thin slices of mango just before serving.
Observations
This recipe is an excellent choice for finishing a meal on a light note. Incorporating whipped egg whites gives the mousse an airy consistency, while the yogurt provides an ideal balance between the sweetness of the mango and the zesty freshness of lime.
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