Homemade Mango Pickle Recipe

Making mango pickle at home is a fun and tasty project. Here's a simple recipe you can follow to make delicious mango pickle.

Ingredients:

• 4 raw mangoes

• 1/2 cup salt

• 1/2 cup mustard oil

• 2 tablespoons red chili powder

• 1 tablespoon turmeric powder

• 1 tablespoon fenugreek seeds

• 1 tablespoon mustard seeds

• 1 tablespoon fennel seeds

• 1 tablespoon cumin seeds

• 1 teaspoon asafoetida (hing)

Instructions:

STEP 1- Prepare the Mangoes:

• Wash the mangoes thoroughly and pat them dry with a clean cloth.
• Cut the mangoes into small pieces, discarding the seeds.

STEP 2- Dry the Mango Pieces:

• Spread the mango pieces on a tray and let them dry in a cool, shady place for about 4-5 hours. This helps remove excess moisture.

STEP 3- Mix the Spices:

• In a large bowl, combine the salt, red chili powder, and turmeric powder with the dried mango pieces. Mix well so that the mango pieces are coated evenly.

STEP 4- Prepare the Spice Mixture:

• Heat a small pan on medium flame. Dry roast the fenugreek seeds, mustard seeds, fennel seeds, and cumin seeds until they become fragrant. Be careful not to burn them.
• Let the roasted seeds cool down, then grind them coarsely using a mortar and pestle or a spice grinder.

STEP 5- Add the Spices:

• Add the ground spice mixture to the mango pieces and mix well.

STEP 6- Heat the Oil:

• In a small pan, heat the mustard oil until it starts to smoke. Turn off the heat and let the oil cool down slightly.
• Once the oil is warm (not hot), add asafoetida and stir.

STEP 7- Combine Everything:

• Pour the warm oil over the spiced mango pieces and mix thoroughly. Ensure all the mango pieces are well-coated with the oil and spices.

STEP 8- Store the Pickle:

• Transfer the pickle to a clean, dry glass jar. Press down the mango pieces so that they are submerged in the oil.
• Close the jar tightly and keep it in a sunny spot for about 7-10 days. Shake the jar once a day to mix the contents.