Cookbook:Indian Mango, Chilli Powder, and Cumin Condiment (Chhundo)

| Cuisine of India | Pickle

Chhundo is a sweet and spicy condiment or pickle eaten in the western state of India called Gujarat with roti and Sabzi.

Ingredients

 * 1 kg (2.25 lbs) mangoes, deseeded
 * 2 tsp red chile powder
 * 2 tsp cumin powder
 * 25 g (4 tsp) salt
 * 2 tsp turmeric powder
 * 600 g (1.25 lbs) sugar

Procedure

 * 1) Peel and finely grate the mangoes.
 * 2) Combine the grated mango evenly with the rest of the ingredients.
 * 3) Spread the mixture in a shallow, wide-mouthed jar and cover with a thin cloth.
 * 4) Keep the mixture in the sun for 5 days until the syrup attains a single thread consistency, stirring thrice daily.

Notes, tips, and variations

 * This is the basic recipe. To make a spicier variation, add red chili powder with the other ingredients while mixing.
 * It can be preserved in glass bottles at room temperature.