Mango mania: 5 dishes to try out in Delhi this summer

When summer hits Delhi-NCR, mangoes begin appearing everywhere. Restaurants across the city are eager to use the delicious fruit in a variety of dishes, from cheesecakes and pastries to milkshakes and ice-creams. Beyond dessert, chefs are increasingly experimenting with mangoes in savoury dishes, salads, curries, and traditional recipes.

Whether you prefer the tanginess of raw mangoes or the sweetness of ripe Alphonsos, Delhi-NCR offers plenty of ways to enjoy the season beyond the usual sweet treats. Here are five dishes featuring the mango worth trying this summer:

Raw mango salad at Burma Burma

Light, refreshing, and packed with flavour, Burma Burma’s raw mango salad is among the most popular summer offerings in the city. Made with shredded raw mango, roasted chillies, crushed peanuts, lettuce, and onions, the salad balances tangy, spicy, and crunchy elements beautifully.

The cooling properties of raw mango are well known.

Particularly suited to Delhi’s scorching summer afternoons, this salad offers a refreshing alternative to heavier meals. The combination of textures and flavours makes it an ideal starter or light lunch for those looking to beat the heat.

Mango avocado toast at Café Dori

Brunch menus across Delhi-NCR have embraced seasonal mangoes, and Café Dori’s mango avocado toast is a standout example. The dish pairs ripe mango slices with creamy avocado on toasted sourdough bread. It is garnished with herbs and seasonings that enhance the natural flavours of the ingredients.

The sweetness of the mango complements the richness of avocado, while the toast provides a satisfying crunch. Light yet filling, it has become a popular choice among diners looking for healthier summer meals that still feel indulgent.

Mango avocado cucumber salad at Latoya

The mango avocado cucumber salad is a highlight of Latoya’s seasonal menu. Made with ripe mangoes, cucumber, and avocado, the dish is cooling, hydrating, and packed with flavour.

The salad reflects a growing trend among restaurants to use mangoes in savoury preparations. The result is a colourful dish that showcases the fruit’s ability to blend seamlessly with vegetables and herbs.

Majlis: A celebration of mangoes on the plate

Chef Osama Jalali’s restaurant Majlis has dedicated an entire seasonal menu, Jashn-e-Aam, to mangoes. Among its standout offerings is kacche aam ki paneer kadhai, where raw mango lends a pleasant tanginess to a classic paneer preparation, creating a flavour profile that is both familiar and refreshing.

Another highlight is the mango chicken tikka, which combines the smoky, grilled chicken with subtle mango flavours. The sweetness of the fruit balances the spices and charred notes of the tikka, offering a unique seasonal twist to a North Indian favourite.

Together, these dishes show how mangoes can be used creatively in savoury cooking without overpowering traditional flavours.

Aamras with puri at Maharashtra Sadan canteen

For those seeking a more traditional mango experience, few dishes are as loved as aamras with puri – smooth, ripe mango pulp paired with freshly made hot puris. The dish is served at the Maharashtra Sadan canteen during summers.

A staple in many Maharashtrian and Gujarati households, aamras is simple yet deeply comforting. The natural sweetness of the mangoes pairs beautifully with the crisp, warm puris, making it a seasonal favourite that generations have grown up enjoying.

In a city constantly chasing food trends, this classic combination remains one of the most satisfying ways to celebrate the mango season.

More than just a sweet treat

Mangoes may be best known for desserts, but these dishes prove that the fruit can do much more. From refreshing salads and brunch favourites to innovative curries and traditional regional recipes, chefs across Delhi-NCR are finding new ways to showcase the season’s most beloved ingredient.

For food lovers, summers offer the perfect opportunity to explore mangoes beyond the dessert menu and discover just how versatile the king of fruits can be.

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