Receta Vadukapuli Achar/ Wild Lime Pickle

by Droolsss

Ingredients 1 big and ripe Vadukapulli naranga/ Wild Lime 1-2 Tbsp Coconut oil 1/2 Tbsp gingelly oil 2 Tbsp chilli powder less than 1/4 tsp turmeric powder 1/2 tsp fenugreek powder 1/2 tsp asafoetida powder 1 tsp mustard seeds 3-4 whole red chillies 1/4 tsp fenugreek seeds some curry leaves salt to taste 1/4 cup vinegar 1/4 cup boiled water  a pinch of sugar Method Chop the lime into very small cubes. In a pan , heat the coconut oil and gingelly oil.  Add the mustard seeds. Once they begin to crackle add the red chillies and fenugreek seeds. Fry for a second and then add the curry leaves. Mix well. Remove from heat and add the chilli powder, turmeric powder, asafoetida powder, salt and fenugreek powder. Combine everything well. Add the vinegar and boiled water. Mix everything well. Now add the lemon pieces to this and combine everything well. Sprinkle a pinch of sugar finally and mix well. When fully cooled, check for seasoning and add more salt and vinegar if required. Store in an airtight container. *