Griddled Mango with Chilli and Rum and Brazil Nut Praline

Grilled mango halves caramelised with brown sugar, chilli, and rum, topped with a crunchy homemade Brazil nut praline.

Estimated Nutrition

Per Serving Total
Calories 985.4 kcals 985.4 kcals
Carbohydrates 142.3 grams 142.3 grams
Fat 42.6 grams 42.6 grams
Protein 8.2 grams 8.2 grams
Cook Time
15 mins
Produces
1 person
Allergies
Vegetarian
Vegan
Dairy Free
Gluten Free

Ingredients

BakingIngredients
Fruits
0.5
piece
Mango
Stone removed, skin left on
Liquids
5
ml
Rum
Dash for flambéing
15
ml
Rum
Used for praline
NutsSeeds
50
g
Brazil Nuts
Chopped
OilsFats
10
ml
Vegetable Oil
Used for rubbing mango
10
ml
Vegetable Oil
Used for greasing baking sheet
Vegetables
0.5
piece
Red Chilli
Seeds removed, chopped

Steps

  • Preheat the grill to its highest setting.
  • Score the mango flesh with a sharp knife in a diamond pattern.
  • Heat an ovenproof griddle pan until hot and rub the mango flesh with oil.
  • Griddle the mango flesh-side down for two minutes.
  • Turn the mango over, sprinkle with brown sugar and chilli, and griddle for 3 minutes.
  • Add a dash of rum to the pan and flambé for one minute.
  • Place the pan under the grill for 3 minutes until caramelised.
  • Melt caster sugar in a frying pan until it turns into a golden caramel.
  • Stir in the 50g of Brazil nuts and cook for 2 minutes.
  • Mix in 15ml of rum and pour the mixture onto a greased baking sheet.
  • Cool the praline for five minutes and break it into pieces.
  • Serve the mango on a plate topped with the broken praline.