amla ka achar (Instant Indian gooseberry pickle)
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amla ka achar (Instant Indian gooseberry pickle)
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In a pickle about flavors? Amla ka Achar, is a pickle that's “berry” special. This Indian gooseberry delight is 100% capable of “amla-mazing: your senses and bringing you straight to pickle paradise
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Ingredients
- 250 grams fresh amla about 11 amla fruits
- 1 tablespoon mustard seeds
- ½ teaspoon cumin seeds
- 1 ½ teaspoons fenugreek seeds
- 2 teaspoons Kashmiri red chili powder
- ¼ teaspoon turmeric powder
- 3 tablespoons oil olive oil, canola, sunflower, or peanut oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Steam the fresh amla fruits in a steamer for about 10 minutes until they become soft and tender. Allow them to cool completely.
- Once cooled, gently split each amla fruit into six sections, discarding the seeds.
- In a dry pan, toast the mustard seeds, cumin seeds, and fenugreek seeds until they become aromatic. This intensifies the flavors of the spices.
- Using a spice grinder, blender or mortar and pestle, grind the toasted seeds along with the Kashmiri red chili powder, turmeric powder and salt into a coarse powder
- In a mixing bowl, combine the cooled, sectioned amla with the prepared spice blend.
- Add the chosen oil (olive, canola, sunflower, or peanut oil) to the bowl, coating the amla evenly with the fragrant spice-infused oil.
- Squeeze fresh lemon juice over the spiced amla mixture.
- Mix all the ingredients thoroughly, ensuring the amla sections are well-coated with the spices, oil, and lemon juice.
- Transfer the Amla ka Achar into clean, dry glass jars with airtight lids, to preserve it.
- Store the pickle under refrigeration, and use it within a couple of months.
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Notes
- Selecting the Perfect Amla:
- When making this delightful Amla ka Achar, choose fresh and ripe amla fruits with a smooth and firm texture. Look for vibrant colors without any blemishes for the best taste.
- Customizing the Spice Blend:
- Feel free to play with the spices to tailor the pickle to your taste preferences. You can experiment with the amount of Kashmiri red chili powder and even add unique spices like fennel or nigella seeds for a personal touch.
- Proper Storage for Freshness:
- To ensure the pickle stays fresh and safe to eat, always store it in a sterilized, dry glass jar with an airtight lid. Adding a thin layer of oil on top creates a protective barrier, preventing mold growth and maintaining quality.
- To sterilize glass jars and lids for pickling, wash them with hot, soapy water, rinse thoroughly, and place them in a pot of boiling water for about 10 minutes. Remove the sterilized jars and lids, allowing them to air dry completely before use. Following these steps ensures a clean and safe environment for your pickling adventures.
Nutrition Information
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Calories
38kcal
(2%)
Carbohydrates
3g
(1%)
Protein
0.4g
(1%)
Fat
3g
(5%)
Saturated Fat
0.2g
(1%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
1g
Monounsaturated Fat
2g
Trans Fat
0.01g
Sodium
147mg
(6%)
Potassium
47mg
(1%)
Fiber
0.2g
(1%)
Sugar
0.1g
(0%)
Vitamin A
1IU
(0%)
Vitamin C
95mg
(106%)
Calcium
11mg
(1%)
Iron
0.4mg
(2%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 16Yield: 2 cups
Amount Per Serving
Calories 38 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 38kcal | 2% |
| Carbohydrates | 3g | 1% |
| Protein | 0.4g | 1% |
| Fat | 3g | 5% |
| Saturated Fat | 0.2g | 1% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Trans Fat | 0.01g | 1% |
| Sodium | 147mg | 6% |
| Potassium | 47mg | 1% |
| Fiber | 0.2g | 1% |
| Sugar | 0.1g | 0% |
| Vitamin A | 1IU | 0% |
| Vitamin C | 95mg | 106% |
| Calcium | 11mg | 1% |
| Iron | 0.4mg | 2% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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