Achar
This homemade spicy mango pickle, also known as achar, is a tangy and flavorful condiment that pairs well with Indian meals.
Ingredients - Serves 10
- Jaggery (optional) - 1 tablespoon, grated
- Vinegar - 2 tablespoons
- Mustard oil - 1/4 cup
- Salt - 2 tablespoons
- Asafoetida (hing) - 1/2 teaspoon
- Turmeric powder - 1 teaspoon
- Red chili powder - 2 tablespoons
- Fenugreek seeds - 1 tablespoon
- Mustard seeds - 2 tablespoons
- Raw mangoes - 4 medium, peeled and diced
Let's Get Started
- In a dry pan, roast the mustard seeds and fenugreek seeds until fragrant. Let them cool, then grind them into a fine powder.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the diced mangoes, mustard-fenugreek powder, red chili powder, turmeric powder, asafoetida, salt, mustard oil, vinegar, and grated jaggery (if using). Mix well to coat the mangoes evenly.
- Transfer the mixture to a clean, sterilized jar and press it down firmly to remove any air bubbles.
- Cover the jar with a clean cloth and let it sit at room temperature for 2-3 days, allowing the flavors to develop.
- After 2-3 days, give the jar a gentle shake to mix the ingredients. Your spicy mango pickle (achar) is now ready to be enjoyed!
- Store the pickle in the refrigerator for up to 2 months.
Dietary Info
- Dish Type: Side Dish
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Calories: 50
- Fat: 2g
- Carbs: 8g
- Protein: 1g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Sugar: 6g