Gatte Ka Achar Recipe: A Tangy Rajasthani Mango Besan Pickle
Gatte Ka Achar
40 mins
Cooking Time
Easy
Difficulty
11
Ingredients
Vegan
Diet
Gatte ka achar recipe a.k.a. besan gatta pickle is a traditional Rajasthani pickle that brings together spicy flavours, tangy raw mango, and the unique texture of gram flour dumplings. This recipe will instantly remind you of traditional home kitchens where achars are made in big batches and stored carefully for months. You get a mix of soft, crisp, and tangy bites that come together better as the pickle rests and absorbs the spices.
At first glance, it may look like a long process, but once you start, it’s quite simple. You prepare a soft yet firm dough using besan, grated raw mango, and spices. This is shaped into small pieces and fried until golden and crisp. Alongside, a freshly roasted spice blend is made to bring out that earthy, aromatic taste that defines this pickle. Everything comes together in warm mustard oil, which helps lock in the flavour.
Once mixed and stored in a clean jar, the real magic begins. The spices slowly blend, the mango adds tang, and the gatte soaks up all that richness over the next few days. After about a week, this achar recipe is ready to enjoy with your everyday meals. Just make sure the pickle always stays covered in oil for the best taste and longer shelf life.
Ingredients
UNITSIngredients
2 to 3Raw mangoes (grated)
1.5 cupsChickpea flour (besan)
200 mlMustard oil
1 pinchAsafoetida (hing)
2 tbspRed chilli powder
1 tspTurmeric powder
3 tbspFennel seeds (saunf)
2 tbspMustard seeds
1 tspCumin seeds
1 tspFenugreek seeds
as per tasteSalt