Making pickles at home is a wonderful way to add a burst of flavors to your meals. Here are 6 super easy pickle recipes that you can make in India:
LemonsMustard seedsRed chili powderTurmeric powderSaltAsafoetida (hing)Mustard oilMethod:Wash and cut lemons into small pieces.Mix with salt and set aside for a few hours.Heat mustard oil, add mustard seeds, asafoetida, and turmeric powder.Add the lemon pieces and red chili powder. Cook until the lemons are soft.?
?Ingredients:Raw mangoesMustard oilFenugreek seedsFennel seedsRed chili powderTurmeric powderSaltMethod:Cut raw mangoes into small pieces.Heat mustard oil, add fenugreek seeds, fennel seeds, and turmeric powder.Add mango pieces, red chili powder, and salt. Cook until the mangoes are tender.?
?Ingredients:CucumbersMustard oilMustard seedsFenugreek seedsRed chili powderTurmeric powderSaltMethod:Slice cucumbers and sprinkle with salt. Set aside for a few hours.Heat mustard oil, add mustard seeds, fenugreek seeds, and turmeric powder.Add cucumber slices and red chili powder. Cook until the cucumbers are tender.?
?Ingredients:CarrotsRadishesMustard oilMustard seedsFennel seedsRed chili powderTurmeric powderSaltMethod:Grate carrots and radishes.Heat mustard oil, add mustard seeds, fennel seeds, and turmeric powder.Add grated carrots and radishes, red chili powder, and salt. Cook until vegetables are softened.?
:Ingredients:Garlic clovesMustard oilMustard seedsRed chili powderTurmeric powderSaltMethod:Peel and wash garlic cloves.Heat mustard oil, add mustard seeds, and turmeric powder.Add garlic cloves and red chili powder. Cook until the garlic is tender.?
?Ingredients:CauliflowerCarrotsGreen beansMustard oilMustard seedsFennel seedsRed chili powderTurmeric powderSaltMethod:Cut vegetables into small, uniform pieces.Heat mustard oil, add mustard seeds, fennel seeds, and turmeric powder.Add vegetables, red chili powder, and salt. Cook until the vegetables are tender.?
Remember to store these pickles in clean, airtight jars and allow them to mature for a few days before consuming for the best flavors. Adjust spice levels according to your preference. Enjoy these homemade pickles with your favorite Indian meals!?