Chili Mango

Chili mangoes are a small varietal, averaging 10 to 11 centimeters in length, and have a slender, straight to slightly curved, tapered shape with sloping shoulders ending in a point on the non-stem end. The fruit’s skin is thin, smooth, and taut, showcasing variegated green, maroon, bright red, and yellow-orange hues. The skin is thin, tender, and considered edible among some consumers, but most choose to peel or discard the skin, depending on preference. Underneath the skin, the yellow-orange, golden flesh is aqueous, fibreless, soft, and succulent. One of the most unique characteristics of Chili mangoes is this thin core. The underdeveloped core is around the size of a toothpick and is slender, flat, and brittle. Some smaller fruits may not even have a core. Chili mangoes are edible raw when ripe and release a fragrant fruity aroma when opened. The flesh is sweet, sugary, tropical, and floral.