Mamidi Thandra Recipe: The Andhra Mango Delight

By Bhavana Verma

Ingredients

4 large ripe mangoes
1/2 to 3/4 cup sugar
1/2 tsp lemon juice

Make mango puree

Peel mango pulp, blend it until smooth, and cook it on medium heat while stirring until it thickens slightly.

Add Sugar

Once it's thickened and reduced a bit, add sugar. Stir until it's dissolved and the mixture gets jam-like consistency. If its too sweet, add some lemon juice to balance it.

Pour in tray and sundry

Grease a large tray or plate with a thin layer of ghee or oil. Spread the mango mixture evenly into a thin layer. Place it in direct sunlight for 2-3 days for drying.

Check Texture

Once mamidi thandra is fully dry and firm, peel it off. Cut it into strips or squares and eat it or store it in an airtight container.