Monday, September 17, 2007

Recipes for teens- Mango Ketchup

After you taste it, mango ketchup may be the only ketchup you'll want to have.

Prep time: 15 minutes

Ingredients:
2 tbsp. olive oil1 small onion, finely chopped2 tbsp. garlic, finely chopped3 scallions, green parts only, coarsely chopped2 tbsp. fresh ginger1/4 tsp. chopped cilantro1 tbsp. garlic, finely choppedmeat from 1 ripe mango, coarsely chopped2 tbsp. lemon juice1 tsp. hot sauce made from Scotch bonnet peppers1/2 tsp. salt

Directions:


  1. Place a medium sauté pan over medium-high heat. Add the oil, and let it get hot - about 1 minute.

  2. Add the onion, scallions, garlic, and ginger and cook, stirring regularly, until the onion begins to soften - about 3 minutes.

  3. Add the cilantro, garlic, and mango and cook 1 minute more.

  4. Add the lemon juice, hot sauce, and salt and stir to combine.

  5. Let the mixture cool slightly, then transfer to the bowl of a blender and pulse until just pureed, adding water 1 teaspoon at a time if necessary to facilitate blending.

  6. Transfer to a serving bowl and set aside.

Serves: 4

Serving size: 3/4 cup

Nutritional analysis (per serving):
54 calories1 g protein1 g fat318 mg sodium14 mg calcium

Note: Nutritional analysis may vary depending on ingredient brands used.

Variations and suggestions:
Use this delicious ketchup to top burgers, fish, and chicken dishes.

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