Brazilian recipe
Mango and Yogurt Mousse (Mousse de manga e iogurte)
A light and refreshing dessert, this mango and yogurt mousse combines the tropical flavor of the fruit with the creamy texture of a practical and balanced preparation.
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Ingredients
2 cups chopped mango
1/3 cup granulated sugar
1/4 cup water
1 teaspoon lemon zest
4 egg whites
1 cup plain yogurt
1 sachet unflavored gelatin powder
8 individual dessert bowls or glasses with 1/2 cup capacity
1/3 cup granulated sugar
1/4 cup water
1 teaspoon lemon zest
4 egg whites
1 cup plain yogurt
1 sachet unflavored gelatin powder
8 individual dessert bowls or glasses with 1/2 cup capacity
Where to find ingredients
You can find fresh mangoes at local fruit and vegetable markets (sabzi mandi) or large grocery stores. Plain yogurt and gelatin powder are available in the dairy and baking aisles of any standard supermarket. For egg whites, ensure the eggs are fresh from a local grocery or dairy supplier.
Preparation method
- Process the mango in a blender until you have a smooth purée
- Set the purée aside
- Whisk the egg whites in an electric mixer until they become frothy
- Gradually add the sugar while continuing to beat until stiff peaks form
- Set the whipped 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 it is completely dissolved
- Stir the dissolved gelatin into the mango purée
- Add the yogurt and lemon zest to the purée and mix well until homogeneous
- Gently fold the whipped egg whites into the mango cream using a spatula
- Divide the mixture into individual serving bowls or glasses
- Refrigerate for at least 4 hours before serving
- Finish by garnishing with thin slices of mango just before serving
Observations
This recipe is an excellent choice for finishing a meal on a light note. Using whipped egg whites gives the mousse an airy texture, while the yogurt provides the perfect balance between the sweetness of the mango and the zesty freshness of the lemon.
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