Make your food super tasty with this Himachali Style Galgal Pickle

We all can agree that an Indian meal is incomplete without pickles (pickles). It is a staple in every Indian household and one of the most loved pairings with everyday meals. Pickle can enhance any dish with its exquisite taste. Not only that, it is also extremely versatile. You will find a variety of typical regional pickles in every corner of the country. Be it the classic Rajasthani Ker Sangri Pickle, Banarasi Red Chilli Pickle or the Punjabi Gobi Shalgam Pickle, they all taste equally divine! Adding to the list, here we bring you a Himachali style galgal ka achaar recipe which makes for a delicious accompaniment to any meal.

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Galgal, also known as hill lemon or hill lemon, is a large fleshy citrus fruit with a thick rind. It is a rich source of Vitamin C and can also help improve digestion. Not only is it beneficial for our health, but its thick peel is also used for various medicinal purposes. This Galgal Pickle is very easy to make and will enhance the taste of your food manifold. Check out the recipe below:

Himachali Style Galgal Pickle Recipe: How To Make Himachali Style Galgal Pickle

First of all, heat water in a large vessel on high flame. When it starts boiling, add galgal and boil it for 4-5 minutes. Drain the water and wipe the galgalon with a kitchen towel. Cut them into 1 inch pieces and remove the seeds.

Now wash the green chillies, remove the stem and cut them into small pieces. Heat mustard oil in a pan on high flame till it becomes hot. Take the pan off the heat and let it cool for a while.

Add turmeric, red chili powder, asafoetida, carom seeds, fenugreek seeds and salt. Mix well. Add galgal and green chilies to the pan and mix everything together. Fill the pickle in an airtight glass container and keep it in the sun for 2-3 days. Serve this delicious pickle with your daily meals.

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