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Indian Mango, Chilli Powder, and Cumin Condiment (Chhundo)
Chhundo is a sweet and spicy condiment or pickle eaten in the western state of India called Gujarat with roti and Sabzi.
Ingredients
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- mango, deseeded; 2.25 lbs1 kg
- red chilli powder2 tsp
- ground cumin2 tsp
- salt, 4 tsp25 g
- turmeric powder2 tsp
- sugar, 1.25 lbs600 g
Quantities are auto-calculated from the original recipe as a guide. Items without numbers (e.g. “to taste”) are not changed.
Method 4 steps
Peel and finely grate the mangoes.
Combine the grated mango evenly with the rest of the ingredients.
Spread the mixture in a shallow, wide-mouthed jar and cover with a thin cloth.
Keep the mixture in the sun for 5 days until the syrup attains a single thread consistency, stirring thrice daily.
