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Mango (Mangifera indica)

Actually a native of India, this fruit arrived in Jamaica 1782 aboard the HMS Flora, one of Lord Rodney’s ships, which had captured the plants from a French ship on the high seas. Mangoes are used in a variety of ways in the Caribbean. Green mangoes are used in hot sauces and condiments, while ripe mangoes appear in desserts and candies and in drinks. The best varieties of mango are the Bombay, East Indian, St. Julian and Hayden.

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Any liquid in which food is soaked to add taste or to change the food's texture.

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To cover or hide a food completely with a sauce or flavoring ingredient.

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The white of eggs which have been stiffly beaten with sugar to form peaks.

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To cut or chop into small bits

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A moulded dessert or side-dish made from whipped cream or egg whites flavored with any of a number of other foods.

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To heat with spices and/or sugar.