Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 cup red chilli flakes
- 1/2 cup garlic cloves, chopped
- 1/4 cup mustard oil
- 1 tablespoon cumin seeds
- 1 tablespoon coriander seeds
- 1 tablespoon fennel seeds
- 1 tablespoon salt
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1/2 tablespoon turmeric powder
- 1/2 tablespoon garam masala
Special equipment needed:
- Mortar and pestle or spice grinder
- Airtight glass jar
Step-by-step instructions:
1. In a dry pan, roast cumin seeds, coriander seeds, and fennel seeds until fragrant. Let them cool down and grind them into a fine powder using a mortar and pestle or a spice grinder.
2. In a mixing bowl, add red chilli flakes, chopped garlic, mustard oil, salt, sugar, turmeric powder, garam masala, and the ground spice mix. Mix well.
3. Transfer the mixture to an airtight glass jar and let it sit in a cool, dry place for at least a week. Shake the jar every day to mix the ingredients.
4. After a week, your Chilli Garlic Achar is ready to serve.
- Time:
Preparation time: 10 minutes
- Cooking time: None
- Resting time: 1 week
Temperature:
- Room temperature
Serving size:
- 1 tablespoon
Nutritional information:
- Calories: 20
- Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Protein: 1g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- You can use any type of chilli flakes you prefer.
- If you don't have mustard oil, you can use any other oil of your choice.
Variations:
- You can add other spices like cinnamon, cloves, or cardamom to the mix.
- You can also add some vinegar or lemon juice to make it tangy.
Tips and tricks:
- Use gloves while handling the chilli flakes to avoid skin irritation.
- Make sure the glass jar is completely dry before adding the mixture.
- You can adjust the amount of salt and sugar according to your taste.
Storage instructions:
- Store the Chilli Garlic Achar in an airtight glass jar in a cool, dry place.
Reheating instructions:
- None needed.
Presentation ideas:
- Serve the Chilli Garlic Achar in a small bowl or ramekin.
Garnishes:
- None needed.
Pairings:
- Chilli Garlic Achar goes well with any Indian meal, especially with rice and dal.
Suggested side dishes:
- Serve Chilli Garlic Achar with naan bread, roti, or paratha.
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the mixture is too dry, add some more oil to it.
- If the mixture is too spicy, add some more sugar to balance the flavors.
Food safety advice:
- Make sure the glass jar is completely clean before adding the mixture.
- Use fresh and good quality ingredients.
Food history:
- Achar is a traditional Indian pickle made with a variety of vegetables and spices.
Flavor profiles:
- Chilli Garlic Achar is spicy, garlicky, and slightly sweet.
Serving suggestions:
- Serve Chilli Garlic Achar as a condiment with any Indian meal.
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Region: Indian