How to Store Mangoes at Home – The Right Way

May 22, 2025

Mango season is a joy — but only if you know how to store mangoes the right way. Most people make simple mistakes that cause their fruits to over-ripen or spoil quickly.

Let’s fix that with a few practical mango storage tips from our orchard experts at ASD Orchards.

🥭 Step 1: Check Ripeness

Before storing, check if the mango is ripe or raw:

Unripe mangoes are firm with green patches and no strong aroma
Ripe mangoes are soft to touch and give off a sweet fruity smell

🧊 Storing Unripe Mangoes

Let them ripen naturally by:

✅ Placing in a paper bag or wrapping in newspaper
✅ Storing at room temperature, away from sunlight
✅ Avoiding the fridge — it will slow down ripening

Ripening usually takes 2–4 days, depending on the variety.

🧺 Storing Ripe Mangoes

Once ripe, mangoes should be:

✅ Kept in the refrigerator to extend shelf life
✅ Stored in a breathable basket or paper-lined tray
✅ Consumed within 3–5 days for best taste

Avoid plastic bags — they trap moisture and speed up spoilage.

✂️ Can You Cut & Store Mangoes?

Yes! If you’ve sliced them:

Keep in an airtight container
Refrigerate and consume within 1–2 days
You can freeze mango pulp too — perfect for smoothies and desserts!

✅ Quick Do’s and Don’ts

Do’s	Don’ts
Let mangoes ripen naturally	Never use airtight plastic for raw mangoes
Use paper bags or crates	Don’t refrigerate unripe mangoes
Store ripe mangoes in fridge	Don’t leave ripe ones in open heat

🍊 Bonus Tip: Rotate Your Fruits

Check your mangoes daily and rotate them to avoid pressure spots or bruising.

🛒 Get Farm Fresh Mangoes, Naturally Ripened

At ASD Orchards, we deliver carbide-free, naturally ripened mangoes directly from our family farm to your doorstep — so you don’t have to worry about storage mistakes from the beginning.

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