Easy Mango Achar/Pickle

Mango Achar/Pickle is a traditional side dish recipe of Kerala. Mango achar is prepared in many ways in different parts of Kerala. This is a very easy and spicy recipe from my mum in law. Try on friends and i am sure you will love this spicy and delicious achar.

Ingredients:

Raw mango - 1 cup (cut to very small pieces)

Turmeric powder - ½ tsp

Kashmiri Chilli powder - 3 tbsp

Asafoetida powder - ¼ tsp

Fenugreek powder - ¼ tsp

Mustard seeds - ½ tsp

Dry red chillies - 5 nos

Curry leaves - 2 string

Water - ½ cup (boiled and cooled)

Coconut oil - 4 tbsp

Salt - to taste

Preparation:

- In a large bowl, add raw mango, turmeric powder, red chilli powder, asafoetida powder, fenugreek powder, salt and keep aside for 20 mts.

- Heat oil in a kadai, splutter mustard seeds, curry leaves, dry red chillies and fry for a minute.

- Add the mango masala and mix well.

- Pour the boiled cooled water, mix well and bring to boil for a minute. Switch off flame and let cool.

- Serve with rice or parathas. Refrigerate for longer use.

Note:

- Spice and salt can be adjusted according to taste.

- This pickle is well served with rice and parathas.