Andhra Avakaya Recipe - Spicy Raw Mango Pickle Recipe

Step 1: To begin with the Mango Avakaya pickle recipe, firstly take the chopped mango pieces in a big bowl, add in mustard seeds powder, fenugreek seeds powder, red chili powder and salt

Step 2: Combine well and add 2 cups of oil

Step 3: Mix all the ingredients very well using your hand

Step 4: Once it is mixed properly, add in the garlic cloves

Step 5: Combine and transfer this Mango Avakaya pickle to a pickle jar

Step 6: Add 1 cup of oil on top and tightly close the lid and tie a clean and dry cloth over the lid and leave the Mango Avakaya pickle in a moisture free kitchen area

Step 7: After 3 days remove the cloth and using a clean and dry ladle stir in the Mango Avakaya pickle

Step 8: Taste the pickle and if required add few spoons of salt and oil

Step 9: Always remember retain a thin layer of oil on top of the pickle, otherwise the Mango Avakaya pickle will get dry and spoil

Step 10: Again cover with a lid and tie a cloth tightly around the neck of the jar and leave the Mango Avakaya pickle to rest for another 2-3 days

Step 11: After 7-8 days the Mango Avakaya pickle is ready to eat, use a clean and dry ladle and mix the pickle thoroughly up and down to ensure the oil is evenly spread and masalas are nicely mixed

Step 12: Serve Mango Avakaya pickle with Dal Palak, steamed rice and Elai Vadam for a comfort meal