Tart Mango Leaves with Lemon Juniper Gel
JojoM
A vibrant mango dessert featuring crisp mango chips, silky juniper–lemon gel and fresh mango sorbet—bright, refreshing and beautifully modern.
Overview
This vibrant plated dessert brings together three expressions of mango—crisp chips, silky fresh sorbet and bright julienned fruit—balanced by a fragrant juniper–lemon gel. Light, refreshing and beautifully modern, it’s a celebration of tropical flavour with clean lines and gentle acidity.
Mango Chips
Thinly sliced mangoes are slowly dried at low heat until crisp and translucent. The gentle dehydration intensifies the fruit’s natural sweetness and creates a delicate leaf-like texture that adds height and crunch to the final plating.
Juniper–Lemon Gel
The gel provides a sharp, botanical accent that cuts through the sweetness of the mango. Juniper berries infuse the lemon juice, and agar sets the mixture into a gel that blends into a smooth, pipeable consistency. It’s refreshing, aromatic and incredibly versatile.
Mango Sorbet
A simple purée of fresh mango, lemon juice, sugar and syrup creates a vivid sorbet with a naturally bright colour. After resting, the mix is churned and frozen until firm, yielding a clean, fruity scoop that complements the crisp chips and soft mango julienne.
Assembly & Plating
The dessert is plated with elegance in mind: delicate mango chips, silky dots of lemon–juniper gel, fresh julienne and perfectly cold sorbet. Each component offers a different texture, making every bite layered and refreshing.
Serve immediately for maximum contrast between the crisp chips and the frozen sorbet.
Tips for Success
- Choose ripe, fragrant mangoes for the most vibrant flavour.
- A dehydrator will give the chips extra crispness with minimal browning.
- Blend the juniper–lemon gel thoroughly to achieve a perfectly smooth finish.
Nutrition
Approximate nutrition per plated portion: 165 calories, low in fat, bright with fresh fruit and naturally sweetened.
Comments
Mika: The mango flavours came through so cleanly—loved the contrast of crisp chips and smooth sorbet!
Aaron: The juniper–lemon gel was such an interesting twist. Really refreshing dessert.
Sophie: Super elegant and not too sweet. I’ll try it again with alphonso mangoes next time.
FAQ
Can I make the mango sorbet without an ice cream machine?
Yes—freeze the blended sorbet base in a shallow tray, whisking every 30 minutes until smooth and ice-free.
Tart Mango Leaves with Lemon Juniper Gel
JojoMA vibrant mango dessert featuring crisp mango chips, silky juniper–lemon gel and fresh mango sorbet—bright, refreshing and beautifully modern.
Chef's Tips
Use perfectly ripe mangoes for the best flavor and color.
Dry the chips overnight in a dehydrator for extra crispness.
Blend the gel thoroughly to achieve a smooth, pipeable finish.
Tools Used
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Ingredients
Mango Chips
Juniper Berry–Lemon Gel
Mango Sorbet
Assembly
Instructions
Mango Chips
- 1
Preheat oven to 60°C (140°F).
- 2
Slice mangoes very thinly using a mandoline.
- 3
Arrange on a baking sheet and dry for 2 hours until crisp.
Juniper Berry–Lemon Gel
- 1
Heat lemon juice with 60 g water and juniper berries.
- 2
Mix superfine sugar with agar and whisk into the liquid.
- 3
Boil for 2 minutes, cool completely, then blend until smooth.
Mango Sorbet
- 1
Prepare simple syrup using ⅓ cup water.
- 2
Blend syrup, mango flesh, superfine sugar and lemon juice.
- 3
Refrigerate 3 hours, then churn into sorbet.
- 4
Freeze 12–24 hours before serving.
Assembly
- 1
Cut julienne strips from yellow and Thai mangoes.
- 2
Place mango chips in serving bowls and add julienned mango.
- 3
Pipe a few dots of juniper–lemon gel.
- 4
Add two spoonfuls of mango sorbet and serve immediately.
Comments & Reviews
Sophie
5/6/2025
Super elegant and not too sweet. I’ll try it again with alphonso mangoes next time.
Aaron
4/18/2025
The juniper–lemon gel was such an interesting twist. Really refreshing dessert.
Mika
4/2/2025
The mango flavors came through so cleanly—loved the contrast of crisp chips and smooth sorbet!
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Nutrition Facts
Serving Size: 1 plated portion
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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