Shelly Mangoes from South Africa

On a river bank, as the meadows gently meander downwards and the gentle summer breeze creates a ripple amongst the mango trees, Shelly mangoes dance gaily in the South African summer. Known for their sweetness and vibrant appearance, Shelly Mangoes from South Africa are a premium mango variety enjoyed worldwide.

Shelly Mangoes derive their name from an old English word, which means gentle slope of land leading to a river. It’s a simple, fitting name for a fruit that grows in rich soil and thrives in nature’s abundance.

Hailing from Israel, Shelly mangoes are hybrid mangoes, a cross between Tommy Atkins mangoes and Keitt mangoes. Medium to large in size and slightly elongated in shape, they feature smooth, thin skin with a dazzling red and green hue. Shelly mangoes combine the vibrant color of Tommy Atkins with the late-season qualities of Keitt mangoes, making them visually appealing and long-lasting.

Shelly mango is characterized by a thin inner stone and more flesh. Its flesh is non-fibrous, enhancing the eating experience. Shelly mangoes are among the sweetest mango varieties produced in South Africa, and their limited availability makes them even more special in global mango markets.

Shelly mangoes offer a sweet and mild flavor profile. Their yellow flesh is firm, buttery, juicy, and completely fiberless, with a thin stone that maximizes edible portions—making them ideal for fresh consumption and premium dessert use.

Key Taste Notes

Shelly mangoes are one of the most premium tasting mango varieties with tropical aroma and a refined taste profile. Flesh delivers good juiciness without fibrous texture, enhancing the smooth eating experience. Shelly mangoes rank among the sweetest mango varieties, earning high ratings for their firm yet buttery texture and dessert-like appeal.

They are harvested in the mid-to-late mango season, slightly before Keitt mangoes. Trees produce reliably in tropical and subtropical climates with good disease resistance—making Shelly mangoes a preferred choice for exporters and premium retailers.

Texture and Appearance

The firm yet buttery interior of Shelly mangoes contrasts beautifully with smooth, thin skin featuring red-green hues or natural blushes. This mid-late season mango variety ripens to orange-yellow flesh while maintaining excellent quality post-harvest, which supports long-distance shipping and export.

Shelly mangoes shine in fresh and dessert-focused dishes due to their fiberless, creamy texture and intense sweetness, often outperforming Tommy Atkins and Keitt mangoes in premium eating experiences.

Culinary Applications

Shelly mangoes from South Africa excel in recipes where creaminess matters—such as blended desserts. They avoid the fibrous chew of Tommy Atkins or the firmer profile of Keitt mangoes.

• Tommy Atkins mangoes suit robust salsas and grilling due to their durability
  
  
• Keitt mangoes work well for fiber-free but tangy savory dishes
  
  
• Shelly mangoes are best for desserts, smoothies, lassi, ice creams, and premium fresh eating
  
  

All pair well with lime, ginger, and coconut, but selection should be based on desired texture and sweetness levels.

A Taste of South Africa in Every Bite

Anyone who has experienced the Garden Route of South Africa from Cape Town to Pretoria can vouch for the spectacular hues in the South African skies of red, pink, crimson, amber, yellow, gold, green, emerald, and saffron. With Shelly mangoes from South Africa arriving in Mumbai, the Aamrai Organic universe of mango lovers is treated not only to fruit that evokes vivid landscapes, but also to a burst of rich, tropical flavors that linger on the palate.