Jaggery & Mango Pickle

“A delightful Indian delicacy where the tangy freshness of raw mango meets the rich sweetness of traditional jaggery.”

Description

A traditional Indian pickle made with raw mangoes, jaggery, and aromatic spices, offering a delicious balance of sweetness, tanginess, and gentle spice.

Ingredients

Raw mangoes, jaggery, salt, red chilli powder, turmeric, mustard seeds, fennel seeds, and traditional pickling spices.

History

Jaggery and mango pickle reflects India's rich culinary heritage, where seasonal mangoes are combined with natural sweeteners and spices to create distinctive sweet-and-sour accompaniments.

Fun Facts

Jaggery adds a rich, caramel-like sweetness that balances the sharp sourness of raw mangoes, creating a unique sweet, tangy, and spicy flavour.

Flavour, Taste & Texture

Sweet, tangy, and mildly spicy, with tender mango pieces coated in a rich, glossy mixture of jaggery and aromatic spices.

Health Benefits

Raw mangoes provide vitamin C, while jaggery contains small amounts of minerals. However, jaggery is still an added sugar, so enjoy this pickle in moderation.

Serving Suggestions

Enjoy with rice, dal, chapati, parathas, curd rice, or traditional Indian thalis for a delightful sweet-and-sour touch.

Fusion & Quick Recipe Ideas

Spread lightly on sandwiches, serve with cheese and crackers, add to wraps, or use as a sweet-and-spicy topping for savoury snacks.