Mango Pudding

Mango Pudding is a beloved, silky-smooth chilled dessert that originated in Hong Kong. It is typically made with fresh mango puree, evaporated milk, sugar, and a gelling agent like gelatin or agar-agar, often served with a splash of evaporated milk or coconut milk on top.

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🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This dessert is primarily a source of carbohydrates from sugar and fruit, with a moderate amount of fat from the dairy components, and provides minimal protein. A standard serving generally contains around 200-300 calories, offering some vitamins like Vitamin A and C from the mango.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	280 kcal
Protein	2.5 g
Carbs	55 g
Fat	6 g
Fiber	1 g
Sugar	45 g
Sodium	80 mg
Vitamin C	30 mg
Vitamin A	150 mcg
Potassium	200 mg
Calcium	60 mg
Iron	0.5 mg
Phosphorus	50 mg
Magnesium	15 mg
Folate	25 mcg

Per 1 cup (240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Culturally, it's a staple of Hong Kong's 'cha chaan teng' (tea restaurant) dessert culture, representing a fusion of Western and Chinese culinary influences. Nutritionally, using ripe mango as the star ingredient provides a natural sweetness and a boost of antioxidants, making it a relatively lighter treat compared to many other rich desserts.