Mango bingsu, the delicious korean dessert with mango that triumphs worldwide
Korea is not only setting trends with K-Pop or the dramas we see on platforms: it is also doing so at the table. Mango bingsu is a Korean dessert reminiscent of a slushie, made with finely shaved ice, fresh mango and condensed milk. It is often served with ice cream and has become one of the most sought-after Korean recipes outside Asia. In Korea it has been a summer tradition for decades, and today its modern versions fill the menus of coffee shops, where it is prepared with cheesecake, tiramisu or cookies. You also can find it in Japan named Kakigori, served with a tea topping. The good news: you can make it at home without the need for a special machine.
Ingredients
Materials
- Electric blender
- Zip-top freezer bag (or flat container)
- Grater, fork or rolling pin
- Bowl
Preparation
Prepare the milk base:
Mix the milk, water and condensed milk in a blender.
Freezing:
Pour the mixture into a freezer bag and seal tightly.
Place the flat bag in the freezer (I used a tray) and let it rest for at least 5 hours (overnight is better).
Prepare the mango coulis:
Mash the pulp of 1 mango with the sugar, lemon juice and a little water to a fine puree.
Transfer to a saucepan and cook 3-4 minutes over medium heat, without boiling. Let cool in the refrigerator for 1 hour.
Cut the other mango into small cubes and set aside.
Scrape the ice:
Take the milk base out of the freezer and scrape it with a grater or fork into very fine flakes. You can also crush it with a rolling pin inside the bag to break it into slush. If you have a shaved ice machine, even better.
Assembly:
Place the ice in a cold bowl (we recommend putting it in the freezer at least 1 hour before), add the diced mango, a scoop of vanilla ice cream (optional), pour the mango coulis on top and finish with sliced almonds.
Observations
Can mango bingsu be prepared with frozen fruit?
Yes, frozen mango can be used to prepare bingsu. It is best to thaw it slightly or beat it so that it is juicy and does not harden the dessert too much.
What toppings go best with mango bingsu?
The most common toppings are condensed milk, whipped cream, shredded coconut, almonds, vanilla ice cream and tapioca balls. They all enhance the sweet and fresh flavor of the mango.
Is mango bingsu suitable for vegans?
The traditional version has condensed milk, but it can easily be adapted with vegetable milk, agave syrup and vegan ice cream, making it suitable for a vegan diet.
What other flavors of bingsu are there besides mango?
In Korea, red bean patbingsu, green tea bingsu, strawberry bingsu, coffee bingsu, black sesame bingsu or Oreo cookie bingsu are popular. Each keeps the ice base with different toppings.
How is the snow texture achieved in bingsu?
The original bingsu texture is achieved with a machine that shaves the ice very fine, but at home you can achieve something similar by grating or crushing ice by hand. Although the result is not as fluffy as Korean bingsu, it provides a light and refreshing base that is perfect for enjoying dessert.
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