Pickled Sliced Mango

Pickled mango with Asian flavors. Useful during mango peak season. Add sliced chile to the jar if you like spice.

Step: 1

Combine mango slices and 3 tablespoons salt in a large bowl. Let sit, about 15 minutes.

Step: 2

Combine remaining 1 tablespoon salt, 3 cups plus 3 tablespoons water, and sugar in a large pot; bring to a boil. Stir until sugar is dissolved. Remove from heat; pour in vinegar. Remove brine from heat and let cool, about 15 minutes.

Step: 3

Drain mango slices and place in large jars. Cover with cooled brine. Seal and refrigerate until mango turns yellow, about 2 days.

Per Serving: 119 calories; protein 0.5g; carbohydrates 31g; fat 0.2g; sodium 3.2mg.

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