Cut a mango into cubes
A mango has a big flat seed hiding inside. Cut around it and you get neat cubes, no peeling needed.
- Stand the mango upright on its stem end. The flat seed runs top to bottom inside.
- Slice down one side about ¼ inch from the center to just miss the seed. Repeat on the other side.
- Score each cheek in a grid, cutting down to the skin but not through it.
- Push the skin up from underneath so the cubes pop out, then slice or scoop them off.
Tip: Use a sharp knife and hold the cheek skin-side down while you score it. A dull blade is more likely to slip.
Try it now: Next time you have a mango, cut one cheek this way and push the cubes out.
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