Lagan Nu Achaar (Wedding pickle)

Servings: 10

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Pickling [/dishes/preserves/pickling/] Preserves [/dishes/preserves/]

Indian [/cuisines/indian/]

Instructions

1 Soak the dates, raisins, and apricots overnight in 1 cup sugar and as much
vinegar as necessary.
2 In a heavy-bottomed pan, cook the carrots, the remaining sugar, jaggery, and 2
1/2 cups vinegar on low heat. When soft, add ginger, garlic, and salt; cook till
the mixture becomes a sticky syrup.
3 Add the dates, raisins, and apricot mixture; bring to the boil. Add dry red
chillies and garam masala, remove the pan from the heat. Keep aside to cool and
store in airtight jars.
4 This pickle can be preserved for several years if handled properly and kept in a
cool, dark place.