Andhra Tomato Pickle Recipe (Tamatar Ka Achar)

Experience the authentic taste of India with this classic Andhra tomato pickle recipe!

Ingredients:

1. For the Pickle Base:
   • 2 kg tomatoes, washed and cut
   • 1 pod garlic
   • 250g tamarind pulp
   • 4 heaped tbsp salt
   • 4 tbsp chilli powder
   • Pickle spice powder
   • 2 tbsp mustard/rai seeds
   • 2 tbsp fenugreek/methi seeds
2. For Tempering:
   • 1/2 liter oil
   • 1/4 tsp asafoetida/hing powder
   • 1 1/2 tsp mustard/rai seeds
   • 5-6 dry red chillies
   • 10-15 curry leaves
   • 1 pod garlic

Method:

1. 1. Cook tomatoes and garlic with salt and chilli powder until tender.
2. Add tamarind pulp and cook to reduce water content.
3. Mash or grind for desired consistency.
4. Dry roast mustard and fenugreek seeds, then grind to a fine powder.
5. Add powdered spices and mix well.
6. Prepare tempering with oil, hing, mustard seeds, garlic, dry red chillies, and curry leaves.
7. Temper the pickle and mix well.

Tips:

• Store in an airtight jar, away from moisture.
• Stays good at room temperature for 2 months and up to 12 months when refrigerated.