Pickles Indian chili achars

In Indian cuisine, pickles are used extensively. They are called Achaar in India. Achaars are made from various vegetables and / or fruits and the most popular ones is with mango, chilli, lemon, carrot. We add in the preparation of pickles, some spices, like fenugreek, black cumin, mustard, salt. We also add a little oil or vinegar and let it to marinate in the sun for several weeks. Once ready, they are covered with oil for better preservation. They are then stored in a closet.

How to use mix Pickles

They are one of three sauces served with starters in Indian restaurants (pickles hot sauce, mint or cilantro green sauce, red sauce with tamarind).
They can be eaten with Indian starters (samosa, pakora, bhaji) like in Indian restaurant as well as with dishes.

Why use a mixture of Pickles

As the preparation of pickles is a bit long, with a ready made spice mix, no need to wait to taste them with good Indian recipes. The mixture of pickles is perfect for exploring the different tastes and for being surprised to find one vegetable or one fruit!