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Fenugreek Pickle | Methi ka Achar

By Mita Mondal
Fenugreek pickle, or "Methi ka Achar" in Hindi, is made from fenugreek and a variety of other seeds, red chili powder, turmeric powder, dry mango powder along with mustard oil.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Course Condiments
Cuisine Indian
Servings 20
Calories 73 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 100 gram fenugreek seeds 50 gm for making the pickle
  • ½ tbsp red chili powder
  • ½ tbsp turmeric powder
  • ½ tbsp cumin seeds
  • ½ tbsp coriander seeds
  • 1 tbsp mustard seeds
  • ½ tbsp fennel seeds
  • 2 tbsp dry mango powder
  • ½ cup mustard oil
  • Salt to taste

Instructions
 

  • Take a pan and add 100g of fenugreek seeds to it. Pour 2 cups of water into the pan and leave it overnight in a dark room. (Pro tip: Ensure that you mix the fenugreek seeds with a spoon so that they settle at the bottom.)
  • The next day, you will notice that the fenugreek seeds have become fluffy and soft, and the water level has decreased. Wash the seeds thoroughly with fresh cold water.
  • Drain all the water and let the seeds rest for 2 days. Then, wash them again and leave them for another 4 days.
  • After 4 days, the fenugreek seeds will have sprouted fully. Wash them again and leave them for 1 more day.
  • After 5 days, the fenugreek seeds are ready. Wash them again and leave them for 1 more day.
  • After 6 days, the fenugreek seeds are ready to be used for making the pickle.
  • Let the fenugreek seeds dry for 1 day.
  • Heat the mustard oil.
  • Now, take a pan and roast ½ tbsp of cumin seeds, ½ tbsp of coriander seeds, 1 tbsp of mustard seeds, and ½ tbsp of fennel seeds for 2 minutes over low flame.
  • Transfer the roasted seeds onto a plate and let them cool for some time. Then, grind them into a powder using a grinder.
  • Take a bowl and add the dried fenugreek seeds, ½ tbsp of red chili powder, ½ tbsp of turmeric powder, the ground spices, ½ tbsp of salt, 2 tbsp of dry mango powder, and ½ cup of mustard oil. Mix them thoroughly.
  • Use an airtight glass jar to store the fenugreek pickle for at least 14 days.
  • Finally, your Fenugreek Pickle is ready to be enjoyed.
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Notes

I soak the fenugreek seeds in water overnight. This offers the desired texture.
Ensure that the seeds are well-sprouted before proceeding with making the pickle.
Dry the sprouted fenugreek seeds thoroughly before mixing them. This prevents spoilage.
I dry roast the spices lightly before grinding them. This enhances the flavor of the pickle.
Heat the mustard oil nicely before adding it to the pickle mixture. This gives a distinctive flavor to the pickle.

Nutrition Info (Estimation Only)

Nutrition Facts
Fenugreek Pickle | Methi ka Achar
Amount per Serving
Calories
 
73
Calories from Fat 54
% Daily Value*
Fat
 
6
g
9
%
Saturated Fat
 
1
g
6
%
Polyunsaturated Fat
 
1
g
Monounsaturated Fat
 
3
g
Sodium
 
7
mg
0
%
Potassium
 
58
mg
2
%
Carbohydrates
 
4
g
1
%
Fiber
 
2
g
8
%
Sugar
 
0.3
g
0
%
Protein
 
1
g
2
%
Vitamin A
 
65
IU
1
%
Vitamin C
 
0.3
mg
0
%
Calcium
 
15
mg
2
%
Iron
 
2
mg
11
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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