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    Maanga urgai | Raw Mango Pickle

    Published: May 12, 2015 · by Nisha

    Summer in India resonates with numerous food pursuits. The scorching tropical climate of the subcontinent is ideal for making so many condiments and sides. Fresh batches of Papads, Vadam are made, seeds indigenous to India like manathakali, Sunadakai are dried to make Vathal and various kinds of pickles are made. Indian women are pretty busy with these activities throughout summer. Even though pickles are little time consuming, this raw pickle is an instant one.
    Maanga urgai | Raw Mango Pickle

     

    Mangoes are a summer feast. Before we could dive into this juicy and luscious fruit, we get to taste these acidic and heat intense raw mango pickles. These raw mangoes are like pre summer veggies. They have a wide culinary use in the Indian kitchen. Mamidikaya Pappu, a traditional andhra dish tastes heavenly when made with these small raw mangoes. There is another south indian dish, Mangai sadam which is also made either with these small or big raw mangoes. To follow suit, this is simple yet a must have during the summer! This is best paired with chilled curd rice.

     

    Maanga urgai | Raw Mango Pickle

     

    Maanga urgai | Raw Mango Pickle
    Maanga urgai | Raw Mango Pickle

    Maanga urgai | Raw Mango Pickle

    Grated raw mango pickle, tempered with Indian spices.

    Prep Time: 5 Mins | Cook Time: 1 Min | Total Time: ~6 Mins | Serves: 2

     

    Ingredients

    • 1 Cup, peeled and Grated Raw Mangoes
    • Salt to taste
    • 2 tablespoon Sesame Oil
    • 1 teaspoon Mustard seeds
    • 3-4 Curry leaves, torn
    • A pinch of asafoetida
    • A pinch of turmeric powder
    • 1 tablespoon Red chilli powder
    Roast and Grind
    • ½ teaspoon Cumin seeds
    • ¼ teaspoon Methi seeds
    Instructions

    1. Heat a small Kadai | Pan. Add oil and once it becomes smoking hot, add the mustard seeds, curry leaves and turn off the flame.
    2. Immediately add the asafoetida powder, red chilli powder and turmeric powder. Mix it well and pour this oil on the mango.
    3. Mix it. Add salt and check for seasoning.
    4. Meanwhile dry roast cumin seeds and methi seeds. Coarsely powder it and add a pinch of this to the mango mixture as per needed.

    Notes

    1. The spice level given is not an exact measurement. You will have to adjust it according to the sourness of the mango and how spicy you need it. Generally the spice level for pickles are slightly on the higher side. Also as it rests, the spice and powders will infuse more. So if you feel that it is slightly less spicy, wait for a day and then check.
    2. Also if you want to add extra chilli powder, always heat oil and then add it. DO not add the chilly powder directly in the mango.

    This post is for Blogging Marathon 52 under the theme "Seasonal Veggies". Check out the Blogging Marathon page for the other Blogging Marathoners doing BM# 52 here. 

     

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    Comments

    1. Suma Gandlur says

      May 22, 2015 at 12:33 am

      Loving those rustic tin props and that is one irresistible pickle that can be made in a jiffy..

      Reply
    2. Chef Mireille says

      May 19, 2015 at 2:11 am

      these photos came out so amazing..looks so traditional with the tin props..both the styling and the use of props as well as clarity are superb

      Reply
    3. Priya Suresh says

      May 16, 2015 at 8:41 pm

      Slurp, my mouth is watering here.. Wat an amazing set up..just hard to resist to this shredded mango pickle.

      Reply
    4. Varadas Kitchen says

      May 16, 2015 at 11:55 am

      Shredded mango pickle has a such lovely taste. Love the pictures.

      Reply
    5. Harini-Jaya R says

      May 16, 2015 at 12:30 am

      Love the antique props..The tangy pickle is inviting!

      Reply
    6. Pavani N says

      May 13, 2015 at 6:28 pm

      Mango pickle is a great summer dish. Your clicks are amazing -- I'm in love with your rustic props. Did you say that you bought them at Hobby Lobby?

      Reply
    7. Sandhiya says

      May 13, 2015 at 10:19 am

      Loved the moody photos & the props .. It looks authentic and the urugai look delicious, i want some now dot 🙂

      Reply
    8. Srivalli says

      May 13, 2015 at 9:08 am

      Nisha, the pictures are stunning..great job..and needless to say this pickle is my fav!

      Reply
    9. Saraswathi Tharagaram says

      May 12, 2015 at 2:19 pm

      Summer special recipe.. My mom used to make this urgai every summer and we used to distribute to our friends and family..

      Reply
    10. vaishali sabnani says

      May 12, 2015 at 6:09 am

      Wow ! Awesome pickle ! Though with increasing age i am giving them up, I cannot deny my love for these.

      Reply
    11. Nivedhanams Sowmya says

      May 12, 2015 at 3:53 am

      Beautiful props... Looks so antique and elegant...

      Also this ppickle is a must to do in summer

      Reply

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