Dried Mangoes

This is another all time favorite sweets. And this is something that is not easy to find in other countries except in oriental stores but not all of them carry this product. Proudly made in the Philippines, I want to share this goodness with you. =)

Mangoes are tropical fruits which are meaty, nutritious and deliciously tempting. Low in calories yet high in nutrients, they contain vitamins C, A, B, and K; dietary fiber, potassium, and other vitamins and minerals. In fact, one cup of sliced mango meets 70% of the Vitamin C we need daily (RDI)! They have antioxidants that boost immunity. They also aid in digestion, gut health, and the care of skin, eyes, and hair.

There are many mango varieties, but the Philippine mango (locally known as the “Carabao Mango”) is known around the world for its tangy sweetness, soft almost buttery texture, and thin peel. The Carabao mango can also be eaten unripe, when they are still green. Filipinos often eat sour green mangoes with rock salt or fish paste. It is also enjoyed not only as a dessert fruit, but in other forms as well.

This is very common in the Philippines, anywhere in the country even in the backyard of most filipinos. Mango or “mangga” is one of the most important fruit crop of the country next to banana and pineapple.

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As already mentioned carabao mangoes is one of the most important varieties of mango cultivated in the Philippines and is used to make the famous 7D Dried Mangoes.

And one of the most famous mango products is the dried mangoes considered as a nutritious and convenient snack around the world. Dried mangoes are bits and pieces of ripe mangoes that are dried out in ovens.

One popular method is the soft dry method of FPD Food International Inc. This method begins with the selection of the choicest fresh mangoes ripened enough to give you that rich mango flavor and excellent aroma. Then the fruits are naturally processed with the finest cane sugar for that appealing sweet-sour taste that makes 7D mango distinctive. And finally, the fruits are dried just enough to attain the chewiness that you desire and the great mango flavor you savor bite after bite.

FPD Food International Inc produces super quality and world-class mango products including dried mangoes, dried pineapple, dried mangorind candy, mango nectar, mango puree, and other assortments. the company procures mainly from the mango-abundant Cebu island. The Philippine company carries the world renowned 7D brand, which has been in the local and international market for over 40 years!

In 1972 Mr. Francisco P. David founded FD Mango Dealer as a sole proprietorship with intensive mango production as its major activity. And due to the success of the production business, in 1978 he established 7D Dried Mangoes as a sole proprietorship involved in processing fresh mangoes into the 7D brand of dried mangoes, which is now globally renowned for its unique sweet and sour blend, rich mango taste, and excellent aroma. Ten years after it is incorporated 7D Dried Mangoes to 7D Food International Inc.

7D Food International became recognized internationally when it received the VIII International Europe Award for Quality in Paris in 1974. Since 2008, 7D Food International has been certified Kosher, complying with a strict policy of kosher food laws including purity and quality.

In 2012 7D Food International ceased its operation with the ensuing business reorganization. Engr. Danilo David, the son of Mr. Francisco P. David, founded FPD Food International Inc.

Thus FPD Food International Inc. was born.

I have tried other mangoes from other countries as philippine mangoes are not easy to find here in Rome, but nothing beats carabao mangoes. Other foreign brands have tried to produce dried mangoes as well but 7D Cebu is unbeatable. This is a very well-known pasalubong for those who live abroad. I am so happy my dad got some when he went for a vacation in the Philippines!

This is a great snack that you can carry anywhere. It can also be used as topping and filling for desserts and serves as garnishing for food recipes.

Guys, if you have filipino friends, ask them to bring this as a pasalubong! Both fresh mangoes (if they have the chance to bring them) and also these dried mangoes are delicious too! You will be blown away. There is nothing like it! And since the beginning, up until now, it is still a favorite from my origin country!

I hope you find this interesting as always, thank you for reading! See you on my next article. Ciao!

Disclaimer: This is not a sponsored article. All the products that I feature here in my blog I purchased myself. My opinion is based on my experience upon trying and using the product.