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Everyone loves to consume delicious and healthy pickles along with their meals but most of them are unaware about the process or types of Indian Pickles or Aachar. Here weu2019ve covered everything you need to know about Indian Achar in simple FAQ format.<br>
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Everything you need to know about Indian Pickles (Achar) Introduction: • All of us have consumed different Pickles or Achar with our meals but little do we know about them. Here, we’ve answered all the questions related t0 Indian Pickles or Achar.
Everything you need to know about Indian Pickles (Achar) • What is Pickle or Aachar and how is it made? • There are certain healthy fruits/ vegetables which we can consume only during a particular season. To get the maximum benefit out of these foods, we use a technique called pickling. • First of all, food items are chopped into pieces and preserved with lemon, oil, salt or vinegar. • Achar Masala is added in the same to make it delicious.
Everything you need to know about Indian Pickles (Achar) • How many different types of Achar can you prepare? • You can make pickle from plenty of vegetables and fruits such as mango, onion, chilli, garlic, cucumber, carrot, lemon etc. There are varieties of Aachar available in the market too. Many brands are offering their special pickle usually prepared with Achar Masala. You will be able to find various Achar recipes online to prepare different types of Achar at your home.
Everything you need to know about Indian Pickles (Achar) • What are the benefits of Pickles or Achar? • It has antioxidant properties • It is a rich source of essential vitamins and minerals • It helps in boosting immunity • Improves digestion • Helps in protecting liver
Everything you need to know about Indian Pickles (Achar) • How long can you keep the Achar? • Shelf life of Indian Pickles depends on the process of pickling. If Achar is pickled using oil, it will usually last for over a year. Items pickled with vinegar lose their taste and texture after 6 months and items pickled with salt can last for the longest period of time. Usually, items pickled with salt and lemon taste better as they age.
Everything you need to know about Indian Pickles (Achar) • Does Achar expire? • Yes, Achar does expire after a certain period of time but you can always extend the shelf life of Achar if you store it properly and refrigerate it. Usually, it’s best to consume Achar within a year.
Everything you need to know about Indian Pickles (Achar) • Which oil is best for Pickle? • People use different types of oils for pickling such as vegetable oil, coconut oil, sesame seed oil, groundnut oil etc. but you can use whichever you like. If you’re following a recipe, you can choose the oil which is recommended in the recipe.
Everything you need to know about Indian Pickles (Achar) • How can you prevent fungus in Achar/ Pickle? • Make sure that the item is fully dipped in the oil. If it will come in contact with air, there are chances of developing fungus in Achar. • Use glass jar to store your Achar. • Make sure that your Achar is stored in a dry place so that it never gets in contact with water. • Occasionally, you can keep your Achar under sun for hours.
Everything you need to know about Indian Pickles (Achar) • Which things should we keep in mind while preparing Achar? • First of all, if you’re preparing Achar, make sure you’re using high quality Achar Masala as it will be the main ingredient which will add the aroma and taste in the pickle. Secondly, make sure you use proper amount of oil as with less oil, there are chances of developing fungus in your Achar. Lastly, make sure to store it properly in a glass jar to increase the shelf life of the Achar or Pickle.
