Indian Mango, Chilli Powder, and Cumin Condiment (Chhundo)
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
Ingredients for 56 servings (1.6 kg) · the original recipe
Method
- 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.
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