Odia Amba Khatta Recipe ~ How to make Amba Khatta ~ Raw Mango Dip

jaggery

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Honey is a natural sweetener, while brown sugar is a cost-effective substitute.

vinegar

🥗Healthier: apple cider vinegar

💰Cheaper: lemon juice

Apple cider vinegar adds a fruity note, while lemon juice is often more accessible.

Peel and chop raw mango into small pieces.

Soak mustard seeds in water for 30 minutes.

Dry roast cumin and fenugreek seeds until fragrant, then grind to a powder.

Heat oil in a pan and add soaked mustard seeds until they splutter.

Add chopped mango, green chilies, and salt to the pan, stirring well.

Mix in turmeric powder, red chili powder, and coriander powder.

Add jaggery and a splash of water, cooking until jaggery dissolves.

Remove from heat and let cool slightly.

Stir in vinegar and adjust seasoning if necessary.

Transfer to a serving bowl and refrigerate for an hour before serving.

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