One of the most popular achars (pickles) is a lemon pickle.
I have seen my mom make various achars/pickles and enjoyed them when I was young. Recently I learned that lemons are highly alkaline and good for digestion. So my taste buds prompted me to try this tantalizing recipe for myself. The traditional flavor is back in a new form!
To make it healthier, I’ve reduced the salt, sugar, and oil . I am sure you will love it too.
Ingredients:
- 5 lemon cut into cubes
- 5 lemon squeezed into juice
- 1 tsp chilli powder
- 1 tsp cumin & fenugreek seeds (roasted and crushed)
- 1 tsp sugar (or more to taste)
- 2 tsp salt
- 1 tsp turmeric
For Tampering:
- 2 tbsp oil
- 1 tsp ginger paste
- 1 tsp garlic paste
- 1/2 tsp mustard seeds
- 1/2 tsp cumin seeds
- Pinch of astofedia
How to make:
1. Cut the lemons into cubes. Set aside.
2. Store lemon cubes. Add salt and turmeric. Shake it properly so it is coated with salt evenly.
store in a jar
3. Store and stir evenly so lemon pieces starts to get soften and tender to touch. Repeat this step for fifteen days.
4. Take lemon pieces out in a bowl , add spices, add sugar, and temper with oil. Mix them properly and store in a clean air tight container.
Lemon pickle is ready to serve with your meals. Great news about lemon pickle is that as it ages it is more tasty. Enjoy!
Lemon pickle/achar