Pickles

14 recipes

Inji Puli (Kerala Sweet-Tangy Ginger Pickle)

A sweet-and-tangy Kerala classic, inji puli pairs bright ginger with tamarind and jaggery for a lively condiment. Make it ahead for Onam or Vishu—the flavors deepen as it rests.

Homemade South Indian Lemon Pickle

Bright, tangy and warmly spiced, this South Indian lemon pickle is an easy condiment that livens up plain rice or kanji. Made with fresh lemons, jaggery and a tempering of mustard and dry chilies, it deepens in flavor after a day in the fridge.

Thenga Chammanthi Podi (Kerala Coconut Chutney Powder)

A toasty, aromatic coconut chutney powder from Kerala that brightens plain rice or kanji with a punch of spice and tang. Make a jar to keep on hand for quick, comforting meals.

Easy Guava Pickle

A bright, tangy guava pickle that comes together in minutes with very little oil and pantry-friendly spices. Keep it chilled for a quick, vitamin-rich accompaniment to rice or any meal.

Kerala Jackfruit Seed Pickle (Chakkakuru Achar)

A bright, tangy Kerala-style pickle made from jackfruit seeds, green chili and ginger, tempered with sesame oil and warming spices. It ages for two days to develop a punchy, savory-sour flavor that pairs beautifully with plain rice or dosa.

Uppumanga Pachadi (Salted Mango Pachadi)

A bright, tangy Kerala-style pachadi made with salted mango and creamy coconut milk; it comes together quickly and makes a fantastic companion to steamed rice or warm porridge.

Achari Baingan (Pickled Eggplant)

Tangy, spiced eggplant cooked with toasted pickling spices for a bright, aromatic side dish. Serve this achari baingan with warm rotis for a comforting, flavorful meal.

Kerala-Style Mango Pickle

A bright, spicy Kerala mango pickle that wakes up plain rice and curries with tangy raw mango, aromatic spices and toasted gingely oil. Ready in minutes and mellowed to perfection after a short rest.

Uppumanga (Salted Mango Chutney)

A bright, tangy Kerala-style chutney made from tender salted mangoes, toasted red chilies and fresh coconut — simple to make and irresistible with rice or kanji.

Zesty Yellow Lime Pickle

Bright, tangy and simple to make, this yellow lime pickle blends fresh green chilies and ginger for a lively condiment that mellows and deepens after a short wait. It’s ready to enjoy with kanji or plain rice.