Tuesday, May 7, 2013

Kerabu Mangga (Mango Salad)

Growing up in Malaysia, one dish that always brought a burst of freshness to our dining table was Kerabu Mangga, or Mango Salad in English. It's a quintessential Malaysian, Malay-style raw salad that requires minimal cooking but delivers maximum flavor. The beauty of Kerabu Mangga lies in its simplicity - just toss and mix the ingredients together, and you're ready to indulge in a symphony of flavors and textures.

 

To me, Kerabu Mangga is more than just a salad - it's a nostalgic Malay dish. The combination of sweet and sour mango, the kick of spiciness from the chilies, the tanginess of shallots, the refreshing burst of mint leaves, and the satisfying crunch of roasted cashew nuts - it's a culinary experience that never fails to transport me back to my Malaysian roots.

 

What's even better is that Kerabu Mangga pairs perfectly with rice and other side dishes, making it an ideal appetizer or accompaniment to any meal. Why spend hours slaving away in the kitchen when you can whip up this wonderously easy mango salad in no time? And the best part? It's a vegetarian delight, so you can enjoy all the deliciousness without any compromise.

 

Ingredients:

1 large unripe mango, peeled and thinly sliced

1 red chili, thinly sliced

2 birds eye chilies, thinly sliced (optional)

4 shallots, thinly sliced

4-5 sprigs of mint leaves, shredded (or coriander leaves)

1/2 tbsp lime juice (adjust according to mango sourness)

1/2 tbsp powdered palm sugar

1/2 cup roasted cashew nuts or peanuts, coarsely pounded

Salt, to taste

 

Method:

In a large bowl, toss together the sliced mango, red chili, birds eye chilies (if using), shallots, and shredded mint leaves.

Add lime juice, powdered palm sugar, and roasted cashew nuts to the bowl. Season with salt to taste.

Toss all the ingredients together until well combined.

Serve the Kerabu Mangga immediately as a refreshing and flavorful salad, or as a delightful accompaniment to your favorite Malaysian dishes. Enjoy the burst of flavors and the memories it brings!


32 comments:

  1. I have been following u on FB and this is so sad that the voting has been unfair in Malaysia. Anyways the mango salad is mouth watering and i really like the recipe. Next week i travel back to India, my mom says the mango tree is cl added with mangoes in my house and am desperate to try all these recipe's with them. :)

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  2. I love this recipe very much, I hope I can find unripe mango soon,it's hard to find here ! and I like the way you represent about this dish into politic conections :) you are a good writer,I'm not into politic anymore,one of many reason I moved here :) is a lot of "demo crazy" in Indonesia too :) Lol I love that word.

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  3. Nava wonderful clicks,sensational salad.

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  4. Dont send to them la.wasted. they won't know how to appreciate it. Might even bute off your hands for doing so. Black become ehite white become black...salted fish also can come alive....send this dish for me la...I love it...sooo yummy.....with rice and a bit sambal...fulamak...heaven!

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  5. new recipe to me.. thanks for stopping by at my space.. happy to follow you

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  6. When ever I don't get papaya, I make mango salad this way. Its says gandha hsi per dhandha hai politics.

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  7. I know Nava, read the papers. Sad indeed. But the salad looks very refreshing :)

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  8. Wow very lovely and tangy mango salad, i have never added peanuts or cashews before to mango salad. Its a nice twist and makes it crunchy and yummy.

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  9. Oh I heard, the ruling party won with only a slight margin & the opposition party is looking to take it to streets!! It is indeed 'demo crazy', rightfully put. As citizens, there is only so much we can do & leave the rest. I have visited Malaysia during my school time, have seen a mix of races living harmoniously. Hmm.. I hope things turn alright for you guys soon, Nava.

    About the salad: Gosh, very tempting - raw mango is one great ingredient. The pounded cashew/peanut on the salad is a nice idea to give the crunchy feel. Love it. Nice clicks too.

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  10. I'm craving for this, it's one of my favorite dishes!! thank u ms.nava k for sharing this recipe! :)

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  11. Wow Nava I am going to try this if I am lucky enough to get a raw mango.

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  12. One of my fave kerabus! Absolutely appetizing!

    Like you, I hope that the media folks think before publishing and politicians think before opening their mouth.

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  13. Wow This salad looks really yummy.. I Love the addition of peanuts to the salad.Crunchy!!

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  14. Stunning clicks.. This recipe is new to me.. I always love tangy raw mango taste.. will surely give it a try..

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  15. Don't except anything from Politicians they are to make their bank safe. Delicious cripsy salad, love the raw mango, If I can find one I will try this.

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  16. Wow .. Looks sooo delicious

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  17. That does sound so much like India, Nava. As for the salad, it's beautiful! I'm dying to create it!!

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  18. Looks so delicious.beautifully captured the essence of the salad

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  19. Oh Nava, I also little upset about the election. I know how the people in your country will feel. It's really nice the way you describe the mango salad "Mixture of the different races" :).
    Loved you Mangga Salad, adding nuts will give a crunchy taste.

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  20. Sad to hear about the elections Nava.. The salad looks very creative and apt for this season :-)

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  21. Ahhhh!!! Disappointed but we are not giving up. Btw, thanks all you lovely people for the lovely comments and for stopping by. Appreciate it very much.

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  22. Salad looks refreshing and love the crunchiness from the nuts used.lovely clicks

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  23. This salad looks refreshing and nutty. Hope it would have changed your mood too.

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  24. lovely click................ crunchy mango salad

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  25. The salad looks so good with all the flavors in there. The tangyness & crunchiness from the nuts really takes the salad to a different level

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  26. wonderful salad ! guess politicians everywhere make use of communal and racist sentiments of people:(

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  27. Nava, Politics is a dirty game everywhere and I have no comments for this. Anyways, your salad is something I have to try. It looks pretty to me plus sour, spicy and crunchy. Have a good week ahead!

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  28. Hugs Nava...It's such a sad state of affairs..It's the same here..
    Loved your salad and your analogy with people...Hope the way this salad is refreshing, there will be fresh wave in the politics...

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  29. I am very disappointed about the elections my friend :/ - but keep hope!!!
    Your salad looks lovely and really innovative!

    Cheers
    CCU

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  30. Hi Nava, very appetizing kerabu mango. Great side dish for refreshing and bring down the heat. :)

    Have a great week ahead.

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  31. what a presentation..... ................A real summer treat !!!!!
    shobha
    www.shobhapink.blogspot.in

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  32. Such a refreshing salad.. Would love to have some now!!

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