Mango Recipes From The NT: Black Rice & Mango Dessert Layers

Mango Recipes From The NT: Black Rice And Mango Dessert Layers.

Vegan, Gluten Free Layers Of Black Rice, Mango, Tofu, Banana And Passionfruit.

Easy, Vegan, And A Darwin Favourite For Dessert Or Breakfast.

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Introduction to mango recipes from the NT

These mango recipes from the NT layer my black rice pudding with fresh Northern Territory mango, either blended into a puree or chopped on top, plus coconut yoghurt. For extra protein, I blend soft tofu with mango into a creamy layer, then add banana and passionfruit. They’re vegan and gluten free, and lovely for dessert or breakfast.

I love Northern Territory mangoes, but I used to hold back from eating them because of the natural sugar. Now I use them in two ways. Sometimes mango flavours and sweetens the whole dish. Other times I just put a little on top.

Layered in a glass, it’s a bit like a mango parfait. In a bowl, it’s black sticky rice with mango, the easy way. Either way, it’s a great use for Darwin mangoes when they’re in season.

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Black rice and mango layers, ready to eat

Black rice and mango dessert layers in a glass with a mango and tofu layer and passionfruit on top, one of my NT mango recipes

Black rice and mango layers, with a mango and tofu layer near the top and passionfruit on top. There are so many ways to use local fruit and make your own NT recipes.

Ingredients for these mango recipes

Here are the ingredients for this Flametree Yoga Studio dish. Use as much or as little of each as you like.

The base

Black rice pudding, made with my Flametree black rice pudding recipe

The mango layers and toppings

Ripe Northern Territory mangoes, blended to a puree or cut into pieces
Soft organic tofu, to blend with mango (optional)
Banana, sliced
Passionfruit
Coconut yoghurt

For breakfast (optional)

A dessert spoon or two of dry sunflower seeds

A simple black rice and mango bowl

Black rice in a bowl topped with fresh mango and coconut yoghurt, an easy mango breakfast

The simplest version. Black rice underneath, with mango and coconut yoghurt on top. It’s great for breakfast or dessert.

How to make these mango recipes

Use these steps to make my black rice and mango dessert layers.

Step 1: Make the black rice

Make a batch of black rice pudding with coconut milk.
Keep it in the fridge, so it’s ready when you want it.

Step 2: Make the mango layers

Blend ripe mango to a puree.
For a creamy layer, blend mango with soft tofu.
Cut some mango into pieces for the top.

Step 3: Layer it up

In a glass or bowl, layer the black rice with mango puree.
Add a layer of sliced banana, then the mango and tofu cream.

Step 4: Top and serve

Top with passionfruit, mango pieces or coconut yoghurt.
For the simplest version, just top a bowl of black rice with mango and coconut yoghurt.

With a mango and tofu layer

The cream coloured layer under the passionfruit is mango blended with soft tofu. There’s a layer of banana under the tofu.

Layered with black rice and mango puree

Black rice layered with mango puree, with fresh mango pieces on top.

Are these mango recipes vegan and gluten free?

Yes. Black rice, coconut milk, mango, soft tofu, banana, passionfruit and coconut yoghurt are all plant based, and none of them contain gluten.

Black rice is sometimes called black glutinous rice. Glutinous just means sticky. If you are very strict, check the labels on your tofu and coconut yoghurt.

Can you eat mango if you’re watching your sugar?

Mangoes have natural sugar, so I use just a little mango for flavour, on top of black rice and coconut yoghurt. If you are managing your sugar, use less mango. There is still plenty of that lovely mango flavour.

The Cleveland Clinic’s guide to mango benefits points out the natural sugar in mangoes too. It also says their fibre and vitamins may be good for your gut, skin and eyes.

Why add tofu to a mango dessert?

Soft tofu blends with mango into a smooth, cream coloured layer, and it adds plant protein. You hardly taste it, and the mango flavour still comes through.

Mango recipes: quick questions answered

Can I eat these mango recipes for breakfast?

Yes, I often do. When I’m in a rush, I just eat one of these desserts, sometimes with a dessert spoon or two of dry sunflower seeds on top.

Can I make these mango desserts ahead?

Yes. I make several and keep them in the fridge. Or I keep black rice in the fridge and add the mango when I’m ready to eat.

What can I use instead of mango?

Passionfruit and banana work well, and you can use whatever tropical fruit is in season where you live.

Where did these mango recipes come from?

The black rice pudding base came from the free cooking class at a Flametree Bali yoga retreat. The mango layers are my own Northern Territory twist.

More Flametree mango recipes

Got more mangoes? Try my mango pudding with agar agar and coconut milk, my mango salad with black beans and tofu, or my dragon fruit and mango sago dessert.

Do you have a vegan recipe or dish you’d like to share?

Please contact me with any dishes you’d like to share with me.

Obviously, I’m especially interested in any dish that is already a great Darwin vegan option.

Alternatively, it may be a potential vegan Darwin recipe that I could adapt, or be inspired by, as I did here.

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