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Mango Thokku

Raw Mango Thokku

Raw Mango Thokku is a South Indian Style pickle which is super easy to make and tastes spicy, tangy and so yum.
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Course Side Dish
Cuisine Indian, South Indian
Servings 5 People

Ingredients
  

  • 1 Tsp Fenugreek Seeds
  • 1 Tsp Mustard Seeds
  • 2 Tbsp Oil
  • 1 Tsp Mustard Seeds
  • 1 No. Whole Red Chilli
  • 8 - 10 Nos. Curry Leaves
  • 1/2 Tsp Asafoetida
  • 1.5 Cup Grated Raw Mango
  • 1/2 Tsp Turmeric Powder
  • 2.5 Tbsp Red Chilli Powder
  • Salt to taste
  • 1 Tbsp Oil
  • 1 Tbsp Kashmiri Red Chilli Powder

Instructions
 

  • Wash, pat dry, peel and grate the mangoes.
  • Dry roast mustard seeds and fenugreek seeds on a low flame. Grind them to a powder and set aside.
  • Heat oil in a pan. Splutter mustard seeds.
  • To it add curry leaves, whole red chilli and allow to cool. Make sure the leaves are well fried and do not have any moisture.
  • Now add asafoetida and grounded spice (mustard seeds and fenugreek seeds).
  • Add grated raw mango. Give everything a nice mix.
  • Next add turmeric powder, red chilli powder, salt and oil.
  • Mix everything well. Cook until it starts to leave oil from sides.
  • Finally add kashmiri red chilli powder for that appealing red colour (optional).
  • Mix well and cook till done.
  • Let it cool, transfer to an air tight glass container.
  • Preserve in a dry and cool place. I prefer to refrigerate.

Video

Notes

• Add excess oil and salt if preserving for a longer time.
• Store in an air-tight container in refrigerator to retain freshness.