Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
1 unit

Nonstick vegetable oil spray

2 tbsp

Water

1.5 cup

Water

2 tsp

Unflavored gelatin

2 cup

Mangoes

chopped peeled pitted

1 cup

Low-fat buttermilk

0.5 cup

Sugar

0.33 cup

Sugar

1 tbsp

Lemon juice

fresh

2 tsp

Lemon juice

fresh

1 pinch

Salt

1 tbsp

Lemon peel

grated

1 unit

Vanilla bean

split lengthwise

1 unit

Orange

peeled, segmented

1 unit

Mango

peeled, pitted, sliced

1 unit

Mint leaves

thinly sliced fresh

Step 1
~3 min

Spray six 2/3- to 3/4-cup souffle dishes with nonstick vegetable oil spray.

Step 2
~3 min

Pour 2 tablespoons water into a small saucepan.

Step 3
~3 min

Sprinkle gelatin over the water and let it stand for 10 minutes to bloom.

Step 4
~3 min

Stir the gelatin mixture over low heat until the gelatin dissolves completely.

Step 5
~3 min

Remove the saucepan from the heat.

Step 6
~3 min

Puree the chopped mangoes in a food processor until smooth.

Step 7
~3 min

Transfer 1 1/3 cups of the mango puree to a medium saucepan and warm over low heat.

Step 8
~3 min

Mix in the dissolved gelatin, buttermilk, 1/2 cup sugar, 1 tablespoon lemon juice, and a pinch of salt into the warm mango puree.

Step 9
~3 min

Strain the mango mixture into a bowl to remove any lumps or seeds.

Step 10
~3 min

Divide the strained mango mixture evenly among the prepared souffle dishes.

Step 11
~3 min

Chill the souffle dishes in the refrigerator until the flans are set.

Step 12
~3 min

Combine 1 1/2 cups water, 1/3 cup sugar, and grated lemon peel in a medium saucepan.

Step 13
~3 min

Scrape the seeds from the vanilla bean into the saucepan and add the bean itself.

Step 14
~3 min

Stir the mixture over medium heat until the sugar dissolves completely.

Step 15
~3 min

Increase the heat and boil the mixture until it is reduced to 1/2 cup, approximately 20 minutes.

Step 16
~3 min

Strain the lemon syrup to remove the lemon peel and vanilla bean.

Step 17
~3 min

Mix in 2 teaspoons of lemon juice into the strained syrup.

Step 18
~3 min

Chill the lemon syrup in the refrigerator until cold.

Step 19
~3 min

Combine the orange segments, sliced mango, and thinly sliced fresh mint leaves in a bowl to create the orange and mango salad.

Step 20
~3 min

Run a small knife around the edges of the mango flans to loosen them from the dishes.

Step 21
~3 min

Invert the flans onto individual serving plates.

Step 22
~3 min

Surround each flan with the orange and mango salad.

Step 23
~3 min

Drizzle the chilled lemon syrup over each flan and salad.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

For a richer flavor, use full-fat buttermilk.

Adjust the amount of sugar to your preference.

Garnish with toasted coconut flakes for added texture.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Not Ideal
Make Ahead

Can be made 1-2 days in advance

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Low
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve chilled.

Garnish with extra mint leaves.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Light cookies
Coconut macaroons

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Latin America

Cultural Significance

Common dessert in Latin American cuisine.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Christmas
Easter
Birthday celebrations

Occasion Tags

Summer party
Dinner party
Holiday dessert

Popularity Score

65/100

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