malutong na atsarang mangga, pickled mangoes
Atsarang mangga or pickled mangoes are great to make during the time of summer in the Philippines when mangoes are abundant and at the peak of quality.
3 to 3 1/2 kilos green carabao mangoes
1 liter white vinegar
2 tbsp rock salt
2 tbsp ground pepper
3 1/2 cups white sugar
5 pcs red chillies
5 pcs green chillies or siling sigang
You can add more chillis if you prefer really spicy
This pickling solution recipe can be used in making atsarang papaya as well. It has a mild sweet and sour taste. enjoy!