Keri & Lehsan Ka Achaar Recipe This time we tried to shoot this recipe in a different way. Let us know if you like it. #happycookingtoyou #foodfusion #achaar #kerikaachar
Ingredients:
Prepare Achar Masala:
-Raidana (Mustard seeds) yellow 100g
-Saunf (Fennel seeds) 100g
-Zeera (Cumin seeds) 2 tbs
-Methi dana (Fenugreek seeds) 3 tbs
-Lal mirch powder (Red chilli powder) 1 tbs or to taste
-Kalonji (Nigella seeds) 1 & ½ tbs
-Kala namak (Black salt) 1 tbs
-Hing powder (Asafoetida powder) ½ tsp
-Kashmiri red chilli (Kashmiri red chilli) powder 1 tbs
-Lal mirch (Red chilli) crushed 1 & ½ tbs
Prepare Achar:
-Keri (Raw mangoes) 3 kg (wash & pat dry)
-Namak (Salt) 2 tbs
-Haldi powder (Turmeric powder) 2 tbs
-Lehsan (Garlic) cloves 500g
-Sirka (Vinegar) ½ Cup
-Namak (Salt) 100g or to taste
-Sarson ka tel (Mustard oil) 500ml
-Sarson ka tel (Mustard oil) 1 Cup or as required
Directions:
Prepare Achar Masala:
-In a frying pan,add yellow mustard seeds,fennel seeds,cumin seeds,fenugreek seeds & dry roast on medium flame until fragrant (2-3 minutes).
-Let it cool.
-In mortal & pestle,add roasted spices & crush coarsely.
-Add red chilli powder,nigella seeds,black salt,asafoetida powder,Kashmiri red chilli powder,red chilli crushed & mix well.Achar masala is ready!
Prepare Achar:
-Cut raw mangoes into pieces,remove pits & place them in a large bucket (use plastic,glass or ceramic container).
-Add salt,turmeric powder & mix well.
-Add garlic & mix well.
-Let it rest overnight (minimum 8 hours),keri (raw mango) will release all its moisture then let it strain & air dry for 2-3 hours & discard water.
-In raw mangoes,add vinegar & mix well.
-Add prepared achar masala (reserve half for later use),salt & mix well.
-Add mustard oil & mix well.
-Transfer the pickle to a dry & clean glass jar,add reseverd achar masala,mustard oil,place muslin cloth & close the jar properly (muslin cloth will absorb excess moisture) & keep in sunlight for 8-10 days.
-Keep shaking jar occasionally in between.
-Can be stored in airtight jar for up to 6 months.
