Mango Rain!

Our massive mango trees in back have been loaded with green mangos since we moved into our place, here in Guayaquil. Plus there have been thousands more of the blossoms that are slowly developing fruit.

We’ve had “Mango Rain” every night. The big branches have been dropping a few mangos every night. They started by dropping little green mangos the size of peanuts or even smaller. Gradually they’ve been getting bigger and lighter. Now they range from golf ball to baseball size. Some are still very green, but now a few are a little yellowish in color.

The last few days we’ve cut a few open. For many, the flesh is still pale green and acidic. But a few are now bright orange. These have a robust flavor, with the mildest hint of tartness. So refreshing! And looking up into the towering branches above us, we’re looking forwards to several months of mangos.

Fresh mangos, mango juice, mango salsa… anyone know any good mango recipes?

We may have to go into the mango business here.