5 Easy Tips To Store Raw Mangoes For A Long Time

Tips To Store Raw Mangoes: Are you someone who loves raw mangoes but is worried they’ll spoil too soon? Whether you enjoy their tangy bite in pickles or tasty chutneys, raw mangoes are a seasonal delight that deserves to be enjoyed all year round. With just a few smart storage tips, you can keep them fresh for weeks or even months. In this article, we will tell you some easy ways to store raw mangoes for a longer time without losing their flavour or texture: 

5 Easy Tips To Store Raw Mangoes 

1. Choose The Right Raw Mangoes

To store raw mangoes for a prolonged time, select firm, unripe mangoes with no blemishes. Store them at room temperature until ripe, then refrigerate them to slow down the ripening process. 

2. Keep At Room Temperature

Raw mangoes ripen naturally. Keep them in a cool, dry spot on the counter, not in the fridge. To speed things up, place them in a paper bag alongside a banana or apple as the natural ethylene gas helps them ripen faster. 

3. Refrigerate Raw Mangoes

Once ripe, mangoes can be stored in the refrigerator to slow down the ripening process. Whole mangoes can be kept in the fridge for up to five days. For longer storage of ripe mangoes, consider cutting them into pieces, placing them in an airtight container, and refrigerating them. 

4. Freeze For Long‑Term Storage (up to 2-3 months)

Freezing is a top choice for longer preservation:

• Peel and chop into cubes.
• Spread pieces on a lined tray and freeze until solid.
• Once frozen, transfer them to a freezer bag or container for longer storage.

Frozen mangoes are great for smoothies, cooking, or making chutneys.

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5. Preserve Raw Mango Chutney Or Pickle

Raw, green mangoes are ideal for chutneys or pickles:

• Chop into small pieces and mix with salt, vinegar, and spices.
• Pack into sterilised jars and seal.

• Let them sit in a cool, dark spot for a few weeks.
• Once ready, these can stay good for many months.

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6. Keep Sliced Raw Mangoes Fresh

If you’ve cut into a raw mango, store the pieces in an airtight container in the fridge. They’ll stay good for up to four days. Always check and remove any slices that smell bad. 

Also, you can keep the raw mangoes in a dry, clean, airtight container to preserve their freshness. Just make sure not to use steel, aluminium, or copper containers, because they can react with the natural acidity of the mangoes and salt, which isn't good for storing them.

With a few simple tricks and methods, you can enjoy raw mangoes long after their season ends. 

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