Malvika Hada Kumar Shares Kacchi Keri & Mirch Ka Kuta (Raw Mango-Chilli Instant Pickle) Recipe

Looking to spice up your summer meals with something bold, tangy, and fuss-free? Malvika Hada Kumar, a recipe curator and digital creator, brings you a family gem—Kacchi Keri & Mirch Ka Kuta, or Instant Raw Mango and Chilli Pickle. This pickle isn't just seasonal—it's a staple in her mother's kitchen every summer. This mouthwatering side is a flavor enhancer that can bring enticing flavours to a simple dal-chawal or a full thali. It's the perfect balance of spicy, sour, and aromatic, with a coarse texture that feels rustic and homely.

Ingredients You'll Need

For the Ground Masala:

• ½ tsp fenugreek seeds
• 2 tbsp coriander seed
• 1 tbsp kalonji
• 1 tbsp fennel seeds
• 1 tbsp yellow mustard seeds
• 1 tbsp black mustard seeds
• 1 tsp cumin seeds

Other Ingredients:

• 2 raw mangoes (chopped)
• 8–10 green chillies
• 6–7 garlic cloves
• Salt to taste
• 1 tsp turmeric powder
• 2 tsp Kashmiri red chilli powder
• ½ cup mustard oil (heated)
• ½ tsp hing (asafoetida)

Step-by-Step Instructions

• Roast & Grind Masala: Dry roast all the masala spices in a pan until fragrant. Let them cool and grind into a coarse powder. Set aside.
• Chop & Crush the Base: In a chopper, add the raw mango, green chillies, and garlic, and pulse until coarse.
• Mix the Magic: Transfer the mango mix into a bowl, add salt, turmeric, red chilli powder, and the ground masala. Mix well.
• Tempering for Depth: Heat mustard oil until smoking, add hing, and pour over the mixture. Stir thoroughly.
• Store & Serve: Store in a clean jar in the refrigerator. It's ready to serve instantly and gets even better the next day.

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This Kacchi Keri & Mirch Ka Kuta is the kind of recipe that brings back memories while making every meal better. As Malvika puts it, a little bit of this magic turns even a dull plate into something worth craving. So if your summer table feels incomplete, you now know what's missing.