Nellikka Achar (Gooseberry Pickle)

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Nellikka Achar (Gooseberry Pickle)

Description

Nellikka Achar (Gooseberry Pickle)

Cooking Time

Preparation Time :2 Min

Cook Time : 15 Min

Total Time : 17 Min

Ingredients

Serves : 3
  • 20 nos gooseberry/nellikka


  • 1/2 tsp turmeric powder


  • 1 tsp kashmiri red chili powder


  • 2 tsp red chilli powder


  • 1 tsp mustard powder(roasted and powdered)


  • 1/2 tsp fenugreek powder (roasted & powdered)


  • 1 tsp mustard seeds


  • 1/2 tsp asafoetida powder


  • 1 tsp salt to taste


  • 1/2 cups sesamr oil

Directions

  • Wash the gooseberry well.
  • In a pan boil enough water. Add gooseberry, turmeric powder, salt and boil for about 5-6 minutes or until the gooseberries become soft (Do not overcook). Drain the water completely. Cut the gooseberries into 4-5 pieces and remove the seeds.
  • Heat sesame oil in a pan, add mustard seeds, when they splutter add asafoetida.
  • Add gooseberries and mix well and fry for few minutes.
  • Add kashmiri red chilli powder, red chilli powder and salt. Mix well and fry for few seconds in low flame.
  • Add mustard powder, fenugreek powder, mix well and remove from flame. Allow it to cool completely then transfer the pickle to an airtight container. It may take 1-2 days for the spices to blend together with gooseberry.
  • Enjoy !!