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Gherkin achar

Achar originated in Asia, particularly India and Pakistan, and consists of various vegetables pickled in a spicy and sweet-and-sour marinade with a bit of bite. There are numerous variations on this recipe, but the basic ingredients are always turmeric, chilli pepper, vinegar and sugar. 

Created by Gijs Kemmeren, Vannu, Bavel, Netherlands.

Makes 1 kg.

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Allergens and dietary requirements

  • Sesame seed
  • Peanut
  • Mustard
  • Sulphite
  • Vegan

Ingredients

2
l
water
100
g
salt
1
kg
gherkins
30
g
tamarind paste
25
g
treacle sugar
15
g
turmeric
10
g
sesame seed
1
red chilli pepper
15
g
ginger
200
ml
rice vinegar
50
g
peanut
1
pinch
saffron
1
dash
sesame oil

Scale recipe

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