Seasonal Rajshahi Himsagar: How to Pick a Good Mango
Smell, weight and skin: three quick ways to choose a Himsagar that is ready to eat and not just good to look at.

Himsagar has a short season and everyone wants the best ones. A few habits make it easier to choose well, whether you are at the market or ordering online.
1. Smell the stem end
A ripe Himsagar smells sweet near the stalk. If there is no smell, it needs another day or two. A sour or fermented smell means it has gone too far.
2. Weigh it in your hand
A good mango feels heavy for its size. Light fruit is often dry inside.
3. Do not trust colour alone
Himsagar stays green-yellow even when ripe, so a mango that is bright, even yellow all over and still very hard can be a sign of forced ripening. Press gently near the stalk. It should give a little, not feel like a stone and not feel like jelly.

EXAMPLE - Himsagar Mango (Pack Size)
Fresh Rajshahi mango.
Keep unripe mangoes at room temperature in a paper bag. Once ripe, move them to the fridge and eat within two or three days.
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