Lime Pickles


Course : Indian
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Serves: 1
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Ingredients:


12 medium limes

1/4 cup coarse sea salt

1 tablespoon fenugreek seeds

1 tablespoon mustard seeds

2 tablespoons chile powder

1 tablespoon ground turmeric

1 cup vegetable oil

1 bunch cilantro -- for garnish
 

Preparation / Directions:


1. Cut each lime lengthwise into 8 slim wedges- place in a large bowl - sprinkle with salt and set aside. 2. Put fenugreek and mustard into a skillet and dry-roast over medium heat about 1 to 2 minutes, until they begin to pop. Put into a mortar and grind to a fine powder with a pestle. 3. Add chili and turmeric and mix well. Sprinkle the spice mixture over the limes and stir gently. Pour the oil over the limes and cover with a dry cloth. 4. Leave the bowl in a sunny place 10 to 12 days, until the limes have softened. Pack in jars, seal them, and store in a cool, dark place.


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