Aam ka Kuchha

Aam ka kuchha or Aam ka Kucha is an instant grated mango pickle that’s spicy and aromatic. Made without cooking or heating the oil, this instant mango achar comes together in minutes and stays good for months if refrigerated.

Course Side Dish

Cuisine Indian

Keyword aam ka kucha, aam ka kuchha

Prep Time 30

Total Time 3 30

Servings gm

Calories 3kcal

Author Puja

Equipment

Ingredients

3 raw mangoes medium grated
2 tsp turmeric powder
2 tsp red chilli powder
2 pinches asafoetida hing
2 tsp salt adjust to taste
½ tsp ajwain
½ tsp kalonji
1 tsp saunf
¼ cup raw mustard oil

Instructions

Wash, peel, and grate the mangoes. Spread the grated mango on a clean cloth or plate. Let it dry under a fan or in partial sun for 2–3 hours to reduce moisture.
In a large bowl, combine the grated mango with turmeric, red chilli powder, hing, salt, ajwain, kalonji, and saunf.
Pour in raw mustard oil and mix everything thoroughly until well combined.
Transfer the mixture into a clean, dry glass jar.
Keep it at room temperature for 1–2 days, then refrigerate. You can also refrigerate it immediately if you prefer.
Or if sunlight available cover with a muslin cloth and leave in the sun for 2–3 days. Shake or stir it once a day.
After that, your instant mango pickle is ready to enjoy!

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