Pairing 101: Mango Habanero Sugar

A pairing in and of itself, with its sweet fruity notes and a fiery kick, our Mango Habanero sugar is a bold and flavorful ingredient, with which you may enhance a variety of foods. Check out the pairing suggestions we have below, and comment with what you’ve tried it on!

  • Grilled Chicken - the sweetness of mango combined with the heat of habanero beautifully enhances grilled or roasted chicken

  • Shrimp Tacos - a perfect dash of flavor to finish your shrimp tacos with a unique twist

  • Pineapple - the tropical flavors complement one another well, while adding the perfect touch of heat

  • Fruit Salad - great for sprinkling over tropical fruit salads, especially with mango, pineapple, and papaya

  • Popcorn - adds a sweet and spicy twist to popcorn or pita chips, making an exciting snack

  • Ribs - use as an addition to a rub for pork ribs, balancing the smoky flavor with sweetness and spice

  • Sweet Potatoes - roasted or mashed sweet potatoes pair well with this duo, making a unique side dish

  • Grilled Fish - works wonderfully with grilled fish, particularly white fish like tilapia or mahi-mahi, adding both heat and tropical flavor

  • Salsas - Stir into mango, pineapple or peach salsa for a sweet/spicy version of a classic condiment

  • Ceviche - the sweet & spicy sugar complements the fresh, tangy flavors of ceviche, particularly with shrimp or fish

  • Corn on the Cob - sprinkle over grilled corn for a sweet and spicy finish

  • Lemonade or Cocktails - stir into lemonade or rim the glass before pouring in your favorite margarita, cocktail or mocktail

  • Chocolate - a perfect topping for dark chocolate or truffles, enhancing the depth of flavor with heat and sweet

  • Grilled Vegetables - yes, really; its especially good on veggies like zucchini, bell peppers or corn for a sweet, smoky heat

  • Barbecue Sauce - incorporate into BBQ sauces for a sweet and spicy variation, great for grilling or dipping

  • Fruit Sorbet - use on mango or pineapple sorbet for a sweet, spicy contrast to the cold, fruity treat

  • Salads - especially with fruits like avocado or citrus, this sugar adds a bold, spicy note to salads

  • Cakes - Sprinkle atop cakes or cupcakes for an exciting flavor contrast, especially on vanilla or coconut-based cakes

  • Tostadas - add a little kick to your tostadas, particularly those with fresh, sweet toppings like mango or grilled chicken

  • Rice - stir into rice dishes like those with tropical flavors; coconut or pineapple rice

Fleury de Sel’s Mango Habanero sugar is a dynamic seasoning that can elevate both sweet and savory dishes with its unique blend of heat and sweet.

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