Basics

Mango Powder or Amchoor can not be called a spice, but in every way, can be used like one. It is the sun dried fruit from an unripe mango, pulverized into a powder.

Producers

Generally mango powder is produced solely in countries that use it in cooking such as India. Other countries harvest Mango when it close to being ripe and very sweet.

Aromatics and Flavors

The aroma of mango powder is nothing close to what you may think, bitter citrus smells and flavor. This spice will be in my cabinet for a while. Although I do have a plan for it..

Culinary Uses

Highly Prized for Indian cooking, the primary use of Mango Powder is for Chutneys. The powder lends quite a bitter or sour bite to something that started out as a sweet condiment. It can be used in soups, pastries, and in vegetarian dishes as a souring additive.