Sri Lankan Mango Curry

Name: Sri Lankan Mango Curry
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 35 min
Total time: 55 min
Cuisine: Asian, Indian
Ingredients: 3 mangoes (1 ½ lbs mangoes, with the seed); 3 tbsp coconut oil (or neutral oil); 2 garlic cloves (chopped); ½ medium red onion (sliced); 1 tbsp mustard seeds; 1 ½ tsp curry powder; 1 - 2 tbsp sugar (as needed); 1 ½ tsp cayenne pepper; ¼ heaped tsp salt (plus more to taste); ½ cup water; 2 tbsp desiccated coconut; ¼ cup coconut milk; 2 serrano pepper slices (cut lengthwise or across, and de-seeded if you prefer your curry to be less spicy); ¼ tsp white vinegar

Instructions

Prep:20minCook:35min

This delicious mango curry is a Sri Lankan classic and favorite. Sweet, spicy and sour, and simple to make and packed with great depth of flavor. A great way to use up seasonal mangoes that are slightly underripe.EASY - This curry is a very easy dish to make. Great for beginners, but remember to adjust the spices to your taste.

Updated at: Fri, 12 Dec 2025 11:03:57 GMT