Instant Raw Mango Pickle

Kokan is the home to alphonso mangoes, everyone knows that. Plus, we have many different varieties that are not found anywhere else in the world. Kokan mangoes are rich in flavours and have distinctly different colours and they smell really good. So, undoubtedly we have the best quality of mangoes in the whole world. *feeling proud and blessed, alhamdulillah* 😇
Anyway, as it's the mango season and we have them in abundance, alhamdulillah, so not a single day goes without some instant mango preparation. Whether it's a pickle or chutney or some mango coolant like mango Panna or sometimes mango coconut curry etc. So here I am sharing one such recipe that is loved by all at home. I supposed to take photos after the sugar has melted completely but then I knew that I won't get a chance for photo session once the pickle is ready as nobody would wait till I get a perfect shot lol. But I hope this pic is tempting enough to make you drool ;)
This pickle is made with raw alphonso but if you don't have alphonso you can make with any of the varieties you have. And it's called "kaach" in local kokni lingo. If you are avoiding sugar you can replace it with jaggery but sugar is best for this recipe. We have some other recipes with jaggery and for spicy pickles without any sweetener.

Instant Mango Pickle Recipe

Ingredients:

1 big raw mango
2-3 garlic cloves
2 tablespoons sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon red chili powder
2 teaspoon refined oil

Method:

1. Wash and peel the mango and chop it finely.
2. In a bowl, crush garlic cloves and adde chopped mango. Add salt, sugar and red chili powder. Finally add oil and mix everything well.
3. Wait till sugar melts completely and the lip-smacking, juicy mango pickle is ready in no time! Enjoy!