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Indian Mango, Chilli Powder, and Cumin Condiment (Chhundo)

Pickle Chhundo is a sweet and spicy condiment or pickle eaten in the western state of India called Gujarat with roti and Sabzi.

Indian Mango, Chilli Powder, and Cumin Condiment (Chhundo) prepared recipe
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Before you start

A quick setup makes the method easier to follow and keeps important steps from being missed.

Preparation checklist

  • Read all 4 method steps from beginning to end.
  • Measure and arrange all 6 listed ingredients.
  • Keep the recipe open and follow each step in order; the source does not state a total time.

Recipe notes & preparation tips

This is the basic recipe. To make a spicier variation, add red chili powder with the other ingredients while mixing.

It can be preserved in glass bottles at room temperature.

Adapted from the source recipe's notes.
Step by step

Method

  1. 01

    Peel and finely grate the mangoes.

  2. 02

    Combine the grated mango evenly with the rest of the ingredients.

  3. 03

    Spread the mixture in a shallow, wide-mouthed jar and cover with a thin cloth.

  4. 04

    Keep the mixture in the sun for 5 days until the syrup attains a single thread consistency, stirring thrice daily.

Ready to serve

Serve the dish as directed and enjoy it while it is at its best.

Bon appétit — enjoy your meal!
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Source & licence

This recipe was adapted and reformatted from Wikibooks Cookbook . Text: CC BY-SA 4.0. Image: CC BY-SA 3.0, credited to Noopur28; view original image record .