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Indian Mango, Chilli Powder, and Cumin Condiment (Chhundo)
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schedulePrep 0 min
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speedmedium
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Ingredients
Scale
- 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
Directions
- 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.
Notes
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.
