Bihar Famous Aam ka Aachar

Discover the authentic recipe of Bihar’s famous Aam ka Aachar. Learn how to make traditional mango pickle with mustard oil & spices. Taste of Bihar in every bite!

Ingredients:

• Raw mangoes – 1 kg (washed, dried, chopped)

• Mustard oil – 300 ml

• Fennel seeds (saunf) – 2 tbsp

• Fenugreek seeds (methi) – 2 tbsp

• Nigella seeds (kalonji) – 1 tbsp

• Mustard seeds (rai/sarson) – 3 tbsp (coarsely ground)

• Turmeric powder – 2 tbsp

• Red chili powder – 2 tbsp

• Asafoetida (hing) – ½ tsp

• Salt – 100 g (adjust to taste)

Method:

• Wash raw mangoes, wipe completely dry, and chop into small pieces.

• Lightly roast fennel, fenugreek, and nigella seeds, then coarsely grind them.

• In a large bowl, mix mustard seeds, turmeric, chili powder, roasted spices, asafoetida, and salt.

• Add chopped mango pieces and mix well so they are evenly coated with the spices.

• Heat mustard oil until it smokes, let it cool slightly, and pour it over the mango mix. Stir thoroughly.

• Transfer the mixture to a clean, dry glass jar.

• Keep the jar in sunlight for 7 to 10 days, stirring once daily with a dry spoon.

Storage Tips:

• Always use a dry spoon when serving to prevent spoilage.

• Store in a cool, dry place for longer shelf life.

• Properly stored pickle can last up to a year.

Why Bihar’s Aam ka Aachar is Special:

• Made using traditional mustard oil and whole spices.

• Bold, tangy, and spicy flavor profile.

• Sun-cured for enhanced taste and preservation.

• Passed down through generations as a cultural staple.