Classic Bengali Mango Pickle

Classic Bengali Mango Pickle

Ingredients:

• 4-5 raw mangoes, cut into pieces
• 1 tbsp mustard seeds
• 1 tsp fenugreek seeds
• 1 tsp turmeric powder
• 2 tbsp red chili powder
• 2 tbsp salt
• 1/2 cup mustard oil

Process:

1. Wash and dry the mango pieces thoroughly.
2. Heat mustard oil in a pan until smoking hot, then let it cool.
3. In a bowl, mix mango pieces with turmeric powder, red chili powder, salt, mustard seeds, and fenugreek seeds.
4. Add the cooled mustard oil and mix well.
5. Transfer to a clean, dry glass jar.
6. Seal tightly and let it sit in a sunny spot for 7-10 days, shaking the jar daily.