Raw Pepper-Kurumulaku Achar
A tangy, spicy condiment that keeps for weeks and adds a sharp kick to any Kerala meal. Made with care and stored in a clean jar, this pickle gets better as the days pass and the flavours meld together.
Ingredientsfor 3 servings
- 250 g Raw pepper
- 1 cup Lime juice/vinegar
- 30 nos Dry chillies
- 2 tbsp Garlic — sliced
- 50 g Ginger — chopped
- 1 tbsp Fenugreek powder
- 2 tsp Mustard seeds
- Sesame oil, to taste
Preparation
Step 1
For preparing raw pepper/kurumulaku achar, first combine pepper, lime juice, garlic, ginger and salt.
Step 2
Heat oil and let the mustard seeds crackle, fenugreek powder and dry chillies.
Step 3
Pour over the pepper mixture.
Step 4
Keep it in a tight bottle and use after 2-3 weeks.
Step 5
Raw pepper/kurumulaku achar is ready.
Tip
The jar must be completely dry and the spoon must be clean every time you take from it. Any moisture introduces bacteria and spoils the pickle.
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