This mango was purchased for 1000R (approx 25 cents) at the local market, a relatively high price for such a small mango (about the size of a small fist). The name literally translates to "wrong month mango," which refers to the fact that it tends to ripen outside of the normal mango season. (I haven't seen any in the markets until now though, and mango season is just starting to pick up, so I'm not completely sure about the name).
Notes:
---Jeff---
This small mango usurped the throne from the previous king, swai gaiuw jeun ("Chinese cup mango"). It has incredible depth of flavor and complexity, and will be the mango of choice for some time to come. The seller did not lie when she said "number one in cambodia" (nou kompuchea leik muy)
- Smell: Intense, complex, herbal and "dark" fruit smell. Specifically reminded me of smelling dried, high-quality Japanese green tea (sencha) from the bag. Also has minty character, and reminds me of a dark, ripe fig. Very intense
- Taste: Intense. Sweet, acid, rich. Packs a powerful punch, and delivers what it promises in the smell. Very strong and rich mango. (good thing it's so small...)
- Texture: Juicy but not watery. An excellent balance.
- Color: dark yellow mixed with brown and green tints. Also had some interesting brown veins (reminded me of chicken meat)
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