Kaduku Manga Achar (Mango Pickle)

Ingredients:
Raw Mango: 2, cut into small pieces
Chili Powder: 2 Tbsp
Turmeric Powder: 1/2 tsp
Fenugreek Powder: 1 tsp
Asafoetida: 1 tsp
Garlic: 2 cloves, cut into tiny pieces (optional)
Green Chili: 1, cut into small pieces (optional)
Curry Leaves: few, torn
Mustard Seeds: 1.5 tsp
Sesame Oil: 1/4 cup
 Salt: Enough

Method:

• Wash mango and dry them very well using a clean, dry kitchen or paper towel
• Add salt, turmeric powder, chili powder, fenugreek powder, asafoetida, garlic, green chili, and curry leaves to the mangoes and mix well using a dry spoon and set aside for 30 minutes
• In a pan heat sesame oil in medium heat. When the oil is hot add mustard seeds and let it splutter
• Switch off the flame and let the oil sit untouched for about 5 minutes
• Add the oil to the mangoes and mix well
• Let is sit for 30 minutes to an hour before transferring to a clean, dry glass jars
• Close the lids tightly and let it sit untouched for at least 3 days before you start eating it

Yummy with rice or kanji!! :)