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aam ka achar recipe | Punjabi aam ka achar | mango pickle is one of the favourites of all pickle lovers! Learn how to make Punjabi aam ka achar.

To make aam ka achar, combine the mangoes, turmeric powder and 2 tbsp of salt and toss well. Place the mangoes on a sieve, cover with a muslin cloth and place under the sun for 4 to 6 hours. Combine the rest of the ingredients in a bowl and mix well. Add the mangoes and toss well. Bottle the pickle in a sterilized glass jar. Place the pickle under the sun for 4 to 5 days. This aam ka achaar can be stored for upto 1 year.

During the mango season in the summer in Punjab, one can see at least two or three earthenware jars full of pickled raw mangoes maturing in the sun outside homes. This typical Punjabi aam ka achar recipe for making mango pickle is most popular in the region.

This is a very simple recipe to follow. The combination of fennel seeds, nigella seeds with mustard and other pickling spices is what distinguishes this mango pickle from its equally famous Gujarati counter part. Sun-dried mangoes used in this pickle impart a salty chewy character and also improve the shelf life of the pickle.

We recommend the use of mustard oil to make this aam ka achar as it is best suited for making achar. However, you can use any other oil if you wish to.

Tips for aam ka achar. 1. Just keep in mind the basics of pickle making a clean sterilized jar and see that there is no moisture in the jar before adding the pickle. 2. Ensure that mustard oil forms a covering layer over the ingredients in the jar. This acts as a preservative and prevents spoilage. 3. We recommend you use a measured quantity of salt for this recipe to get the perfect taste. Also salt acts as a preservative too. 4. During storage, once in a while, take a spoon and mix the pickle in the jar. This is to ensure that the entire pickle is well soaked in oil. 5. Remember never to touch the pickle with your hand. The warmth of your hand may be a reason for spoilage. So use a spoon for serving.

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Aam ka Achaar, Mango Pickle, Punjabi Achar

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Preparation Time:    Cooking Time:    Total Time:     5Makes 5 cups
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Ingredients
Method
For aam ka achaar
    For aam ka achaar
  1. To make aam ka achaar, combine the mangoes, turmeric powder and 2 tbsp of salt and toss well.
  2. Place the mangoes on a sieve, cover with a muslin cloth and place under the sun for 4 to 6 hours.
  3. Combine the rest of the ingredients in a bowl and mix well.
  4. Add the mangoes and toss well.
  5. Bottle the pickle in a sterilised glass jar. Place the pickle under the sun for 4 to 5 days. This aam ka achaar can be stored for upto 1 year.
Nutrient values (Abbrv) per cup
Energy507 cal
Protein1.9 g
Carbohydrates62 g
Fiber6.6 g
Fat31.1 g
Cholesterol0 mg
Sodium6208.7 mg
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What is aam ka achar made off?
    What is aam ka achar made off?
  1. What is aam ka achar made off?  aam ka achar is made mainly from raw mangoes, mustard oil, saunf, fenugreek seeds, haldi, 2 tbsp split mustard seeds (rai na kuria), 1/2 tsp nigella seeds (kalonji), 1/4 tsp asafoetida (hing) and 2 tbsp chilli powder.

What are raw mangoes?
    What are raw mangoes?
  1. This is what raw mangoes look like. The greener version of mangoes, Raw mango is an aromatic fruit which is liked by all for its tart (sharp and sour taste) flavour. The colour varies in shades of greens and the inner flesh is white in colour. Depending on the size, it has 1 to 2 seeds. raw mangoes is used extensively in Indian cooking to make achar and drinks. See full details of what is raw mango?
  2. Cut in half and remove the seeds and discard.
  3. Chop the raw mangoes. They are ready for use in the achar.

Making aam ka achar
    Making aam ka achar
  1. To make aam ka achar | Punjabi aam ka achar | mango pickle |  put 5 cups raw mangoes , cut into pieces in a glass bowl.
  2. Add 1 tsp turmeric powder (haldi).
  3. Add  2 tbsp of salt.
  4. Toss well.
  5. Place the mangoes on a sieve. Ensure that an empty glass bowl is below the sieve as the mangoes will release some water.
  6. You can see that the sieve is place over a glass bowl.
  7. Cover with a muslin cloth.
  8. Place under the sun for 4 to 6 hours.
  9. This is how the mangoes look like after being in the sun for 6 hours.
  10. See the water which is released from the mangoes. Discard the water.

Masala of aam ka achar
    Masala of aam ka achar
  1. In a bowl put 1/4 cup fennel seeds (saunf) , coarsely ground.
  2. Add 2 tbsp split mustard seeds (rai na kuria).
  3. Add 1 tbsp split fenugreek seeds (methi na kuria).
  4. Add 1/2 tsp nigella seeds (kalonji).
  5. Add 1/4 tsp asafoetida (hing).
  6. Add 2 tbsp chilli powder.
  7. Add 3/4 cup mustard (rai / sarson) oil.
  8. Add 2 tbsp salt.
  9. Mix well.

Preparing final aam ka achar
    Preparing final aam ka achar
  1. Put the mangoes which were in the sun,  in a glass bowl.
  2. Add the aam ka achar masala.
  3. Toss well.
  4. Bottle the pickle in a sterilised glass jar. This is what the aam ka achar | Punjabi aam ka achar | mango pickle |  looks after day 1 in the sun.
  5. This is what the aam ka achar looks after day 2 in the sun. We put the achar bottle at 10 am till 4 pm in the Mumbai sun on my building terrace. NOTE : We have by error put less oil in the recipe so the image does look a little different. We have fixed the problem on day 5. You have to do nothing. But see how we fix the porblem.
  6. This is what the aam ka achar | Punjabi aam ka achar | mango pickle |  looks after day 4 in the sun. We put the achar bottle at 10 am till 4 pm in the Mumbai sun on my building terrace. NOTE : We have by error put less oil in the recipe so the image does look a little different. We have fixed the problem on day 5. You have to do nothing. We had put by error 1/4 cup mustard oil instead of 3/4 cup mustard oil. So we have heated 1/2 cup mustard oil, cooled it and added it to the aam ka achar. Now the achar is perfect.
  7. Day 5, after keeping the aam ka achar | Punjabi aam ka achar | mango pickle |  in the sun. It's finally ready.
  8. This aam ka achar | Punjabi aam ka achar | mango pickle |  can be stored for upto 1 year.

When is the best time to make aam ka achar?
    When is the best time to make aam ka achar?
  1. When is the best time to make aam ka achar? Raw mangoes are available in the  summer season in India and hence millions of Indian's make their achar from March to May. Further most pickles also require drying in the blazing sun, so summer season is the best time to make this pickle. 

Tips for aam ka achar
    Tips for aam ka achar
  1. Just keep in mind the basics of pickle making a clean sterilized jar and see that there is no moisture in the jar before adding the pickle.
  2. Ensure that mustard oil forms a covering layer over the ingredients in the jar. This acts as a preservative and prevents spoilage.
  3. We recommend you use a measured quantity of salt for this recipe to get the perfect taste. Also salt acts as a preservative too.
  4. During storage, once in a while, take a spoon and mix the pickle in the jar. This is to ensure that the entire pickle is well soaked in oil.
  5. Remember never to touch the pickle with your hand. The warmth of your hand may be a reason for spoilage. So use a spoon for serving.

Reviews

Aam ka Achaar, Mango Pickle, Punjabi Achar
 on 08 May 20 07:08 AM
5

Very nice ... Can you please tell for how many days are the mangoes to be sun dried before being pickled
Tarla Dalal
08 May 20 11:08 AM
   Hi Ravinder, the mangoes were kept in sun for 4 to 6 hours before pickleing.
Aam ka Achaar, Mango Pickle, Punjabi Achar
 on 24 Jun 19 02:46 PM
5

5 cups of raw mango is how many kgs?
Tarla Dalal
24 Jun 19 03:24 PM
   approx. 2 kgs!!
Aam ka Achaar, Mango Pickle, Punjabi Achar
 on 08 Jul 18 02:08 PM
5

hi, need ur advice..can u u please tell for 3kg aam ka gudda(chheela hua aami) how much salt will be needed for aam ka achar. Please help
Tarla Dalal
31 Jul 18 01:17 PM
   You will need approximately 19 tbsp (285 grams) of salt for 3 kg mangoes.
Edited after original posting.
Aam ka Achaar, Mango Pickle, Punjabi Achar
 on 27 Jun 17 11:18 PM
5

I lost my mom before 10 year and the taste of achar also with them but your recipe give back me those achar and paratha 👌😋
Tarla Dalal
28 Jun 17 09:06 AM
   Hi Alka, Thank you for your kind words. Do try more and more recipes and let us know how you enjoyed them. Happy Cooking !!
Aam ka Achaar, Mango Pickle, Punjabi Achar
 on 24 Apr 17 07:21 PM
5

The pickle came out really tasty in India but now that I am in UK how on earth do I sun it? Can anybody recommend a way ?
Tarla Dalal
25 Apr 17 08:32 AM
   Hi, You can follow this below recipe https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5aC9h2_PF5k
Aam ka Achaar, Mango Pickle, Punjabi Achar
 on 06 Jun 16 11:54 AM
5

Love homemade achar...
Edited after original posting.
Aam ka Achaar, Mango Pickle, Punjabi Achar
 on 25 Jan 16 11:51 AM
5

Tarla Dalal
26 Jun 17 09:52 AM
   Thanks Ketan, glad you liked the pickle.
Aam ka Achaar ( Punjabi Recipe )
 on 11 Jun 13 01:13 PM
3

Tasty

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