The Philippines’ beloved ‘sorbetes,’ commonly referred to as ‘dirty ice cream,’ has earned a prestigious spot in TasteAtlas’ “10 Best Dishes with Mango” list, ranking third. This recognition highlights the unique charm and deliciousness of this traditional Filipino treat.
As detailed by TasteAtlas, “Sorbetes is a popular Filipino ice cream flavored with ingredients such as mango, chocolate, cheese, coconut, and purple yam (ube). Traditionally, it is produced from carabao milk and served in tiny scoops on sugar cones. Some Filipinos like to consume it sandwiched between bread buns, like a hamburger.”
Despite its name, sorbetes is not a sorbet. The term ‘dirty ice cream’ is a playful nod to its street vendor origins, where it is commonly sold from colorful carts along bustling, sometimes polluted streets of the Philippines. This street food staple is a beloved symbol of Filipino culture and nostalgia.
The top spot on the list was claimed by India’s aamras, a puréed mango pulp dessert. Aamras is made from ripe, juicy mangos that are sliced or diced and blended into a creamy, sweet, and fragrant mixture. It can be sweetened with jaggery or sugar and enhanced with spices like saffron, dry ginger, or cardamom. While aamras is a summer favorite, canned varieties ensure its availability year-round.
The ranking list by TasteAtlas showcasing the top 10 best dishes with mango includes:
- Aamras – Maharashtra, India
- Mango Sticky Rice – Thailand
- Sorbetes – Philippines
- Rujak – Java, Indonesia
- Mango Chutney – India
- Mango Pomelo Sago – Hong Kong, China
- Mangguo Buding – Guangdong, China
- Rujak Cingur – Surabaya, Indonesia
- Baobing – Guangdong, China
- Mamuang Nam Pla Wan – Thailand
