Tender Mangoes In Brine Recipe

Ingredients

• 10 to 15 raw mango (approx. 500 gm)
• 3/4 cup salt (namak)
• 1/4 cup mustard seeds (rai / sarson), coarsely powdered
• 1/4 cup red chilli powder
• 1/4 tsp haldi powder (turmeric powder)
• 1/4 tsp asafoetida (hing)
• 1 tbsp white vinegar

Steps

1. Wash the mangoes (do not remove the stem, if any), drain and spread on a towel to dry. Keep aside.
2. Add the half the salt, mix well and fill in a clean, dry glass or earthenware jar to marinate for 15 to 20 days. Stir the mangoes once a day with a clean dry spoon.
3. Combine the mustard seeds powder, chilli powder, turmeric powder, asafoetida, vinegar and the remaining salt and mix well.
4. Add to the marinated mangoes and mix well. Tie a muslin cloth over the neck of the jar and place it in the sun for 3 to 4 days. Store in an airtight container and use as required.