Mango Pickle/ Manga Achar

Ingredients:

Raw Mango: 2, cut into bite size pieces

Chili Powder: 2.5 Tbsp

Hing: ¼ tsp

Fenugreek Powder: ½ tsp

Turmeric Powder: ½ tsp

Sesame Oil: 3 Tbsp

Curry Leaves: 1 sprig

Ginger: 2” piece, julienne

Garlic: 6-7 cloves, thick slices

Mustard Seeds: ½ tsp

Vinegar: 1 tsp

Salt

To Mix:

Chili Powder: 1.5 tsp

Salt: 1.5 tsp

Method:

• Wash mangoes and dry thoroughly using dry kitchen towel
• Cut into bite sizes pieces and mix with chili powder and salt and set aside in an air tight glass bowl for 1-2 days
• In a deep pan heat oil and splutter mustard seeds
• Add curry leaves, ginger, and garlic and sauté for 3-4 minutes
• Add Chili powder, Salt, Hing, Fenugreek Powder, Turmeric Powder and sauté for another 3-4 minutes
• Add the mango pieces to this along with vinegar
• Mix well and bring this to a quick boil
• Switch off the flame and let it cool
• Transfer it to a dry air tight glass jar and let it sit untouched for 2-3 days before serving