Each variety is slightly different in flavor and other characteristics from the others. Green or immature fruit is excellent for cooking as a sauce. Green mango slices may be substituted for any recipe calling for tart apples. Ripe mangos can be enjoyed raw eaten out of hand or as a fresh fruit, dessert, salad or salsa. They are also used for chutney, preserves, and jams.
Mangos freeze well and can be frozen with no additives if they are very ripe.
Peel, slice and package them in moisture-proof freezer bags or containers. They can also be pureed and frozen. Greener mangos should be frozen with sugar or sugar syrup . Mango Salsa Serve this on top of black beans and rice for a great Caribbean cuisine. 2 cups ripe mango cubes, approx.