Crushed Lemon Pickle

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Ingredients

  • 12 ripe healthy lemons
  • 350 g sugar
  • 3 teaspoons red chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon cumin seed
  • 1/2 teaspoon methi seeds
  • 1/2 teaspoon sesame seeds
  • 1/8 teaspoon asafoetida powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder
  • 1 tablespoon salt

Instructions

  1. Quarter lemons, remove all seeds.
  2. Put sugar and lemon pieces in a small grinder.
  3. Run in short spurts, till lemons are crushed in coarse pieces.
  4. Remove into a clean dry glass bowl or wide mouthed jar.
  5. Add all other ingredients.
  6. Mix well with a wooden ladle or fork.
  7. Tie mouth with a clean dry muslin cloth.
  8. Keep each day in hot sunlight, each day for at least 4-5 days.
  9. Check to see is sugar has melted completely.
  10. Close lid tightly, and store in cool, dry place.
  11. Never use a wet spoon to remove pickle, to make it last.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

285 kcal 14% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 9.9g 20% DV
Total Fat 18.2g 23% DV
Carbs 29.2g 11% DV
Fiber 6.7g 24% DV
Sugar 0.6g 1% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 9738mg 100% DV
Potassium 808.5mg 17% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 16mcg 2% DV
Vitamin C 11.7mg 13% DV
Calcium 504.8mg 39% DV
Iron 22.5mg 100% DV

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).

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