Haryana Gajar Mooli Ka Achar Carrot Radish Winter Pickle

Method

1. 1

   Wash and cut carrots and radish into uniform 5 cm finger-thick sticks.

2. 2

   Spread on a tray and sun-dry for 2 to 3 hours or fan-dry to remove surface moisture — any moisture causes spoilage.

3. 3

   In a large bowl combine coarsely ground mustard seeds, red chilli powder, turmeric, salt, fennel seeds, kalonji and amchur.

4. 4

   Heat mustard oil to smoking. Cool completely to room temperature.

5. 5

   Add dried carrot and radish sticks to the spice mixture.

6. 6

   Toss to coat every piece thoroughly.

7. 7

   Pour cooled mustard oil over everything. Toss again.

8. 8

   Pack into a clean dry glass jar. Press down.

9. 9

   The oil should just cover the vegetables.

10. 10

    Keep in sunlight for 3 to 4 days, turning daily.

11. 11

    Ready after 4 days. Refrigerate after opening.