Celebrity Chef Ranveer Brar has stirred discussion among mango lovers after saying that Alphonso mango, popularly known as Hapus, is “a bit overrated” when it comes to making traditional aamras. Sharing his views through Instagram, the chef explained that while Alphonso mangoes are prized for their sweetness and aroma, they are not necessarily the best standalone choice for achieving a balanced flavour profile in the popular summer dish.

According to Brar, the secret to a richer and more flavourful aamras lies in combining different mango varieties instead of relying entirely on Alphonso mangoes. He suggested a simple formula for preparation, stating that if eight mangoes are used, only about two should be Alphonso, while the remaining should include varieties such as Kesar mango and Chausa mango. He said this blend creates better depth and balance in taste.

The chef noted that Alphonso mangoes contribute aroma and sweetness but lack complexity when used alone. “Alphonso is only 30 percent of a good aamras,” he said, challenging the widespread belief that authentic aamras must be made exclusively with Hapus mangoes. His comments quickly drew attention online, especially among food enthusiasts during the peak mango season.

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Alongside his observations, Brar also shared a simple recipe for preparing aamras at home. The dish requires mango cubes blended with caster sugar until smooth, then served chilled and garnished with mint. He also suggested a storage tip — dipping the used mango seeds into the aamras before refrigerating to help preserve flavour.

To accompany the aamras, the chef recommended serving hot puris prepared using whole wheat flour, semolina, oil and salt. The dough is kneaded until firm, rolled into small discs and deep-fried until golden and puffed. The combination of sweet aamras and warm puris remains one of India’s most popular traditional summer meals.

Ranveer Brar is known for regularly sharing regional cooking insights and practical kitchen techniques through social media and culinary platforms. His latest comments have reignited conversations around mango varieties and the role different regional fruits play in shaping classic Indian recipes.

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