Lemon Pickle Recipe

Recipe By Tarla Dalal

Instant lemon pickle recipe | nimbu ka achar | easy lime pickle | traditional south indian lemon pickle |instant lemon pickle is a spicy pickle made with most authentic ingredients but in a quick way on a stove top. Learn how to make traditional south indian lemon pickle. Interestingly, most restaurants down south serve traditional south indian lemon pickle along with the 'meals', as the lemon is easy to procure and pickle, as well as liked by almost everybody. The sesame oil and salt used in this pickle acts as a preservative to increase its shelf life. We recommend you use the said quantity of salt only. To make instant lemon pickle, combine the fenugreek seeds and asafoetida in a small non-stick pan and dry roast on a medium flame for 2 minutes, while stirring continuously. Transfer to a plate and cool completely, once cooled blend in a mixer to a fine powder. Keep aside. Boil enough water in a deep non-stick pan, add the lemons and boil on a medium flame for 6 to 7 minutes. Drain well. Cut the lemon into quarters. Keep aside. Heat the oil in a small non-stick pan and add the mustard seeds. When the seeds crackle, add the green chillies and ginger and saut on a medium flame for 1 minute. Add the turmeric powder and chilli powder and saut on a medium flame for 1 minute. Add the lemon pieces, salt, fenugreek-asafoetida mixture, mix well and simmer for another 3 to 4 minutes, while stirring occasionally. Cool it slightly, store in an air-tight container and use as required. Oh, how versatile the humble lemon is, lending itself as beautifully to pickling. This accompaniment of nimbu ka achar recipe is quick and easy to make, and is sure to tickle your taste buds. It adds an extra burst of taste to your meal as well as helps to enliven a boring meal. Homemade lemon pickle goes well with rotis, parathas, rice dishes, especially curd rice, in fact you can also enjoy it with batata poha, sevaiyan upma, upma, pav, masala omelette, idli, dosa and uttapa. Tips for instant lemon pickle. 1. You need to begin with buying the best of lemons for pickle. Learn how to select lemons. 2. After adding the lemons, salt and fenugreek-asafoetida mixture, remember to cook it on a slow flame and keep stirring it occasionally, so the lemons absorb the spices well. 3. Also ensure to cool it well before storing. Even slight warmth will lead to quick spoilage. 4. This pickle is best stored in a glass container and not steel canister. 5. After the pickle is ready, store it in a cool place and always use a spoon to serve it. Also do try other south indian pickles like madras onion pickle drumstick pickle or mango pickle. Enjoy instant lemon pickle recipe | nimbu ka achar | easy lime pickle | traditional south indian lemon pickle.

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Ingredients For Lemon Pickle Recipe

Nutrition
value
1013
calories per serving
83 g Fat39 g Protein26 g Carbs37 g FiberOther

Current Totals

  • 83 g Fat
  • 39 g Protein
  • 26 g Carbs
  • 37 g Fiber

MacroNutrients

  • Carbs
    26 g
  • Protein
    39 g
  • Fiber
    37 g

Fats

  • Fat
    83 g

Vitamins & Minerals

  • Calcium
    3227 mg
  • Iron
    29 mg
  • Vitamin A
    707 mcg
  • Vitamin B1
    1 mg
  • Vitamin B2
    0 mg
  • Vitamin B3
    7 mg
  • Vitamin B6
    1 mg
  • Vitamin B9
    269 mcg
  • Vitamin B12
    0 mcg
  • Vitamin C
    55 mg
  • Vitamin E
    0 mg
  • Copper
    3 mcg
  • Magnesium
    779 mg
  • Manganese
    6 mg
  • Phosphorus
    1133 mg
  • Selenium
    31 mcg
  • Zinc
    17 mg
Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. All nutritional information presented are estimates and not meant to substitute professional dietary advice or treatment

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