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Gur Aam (Aamer Mishti Achar / Methamba) – Bengali Sweet & Sour Green Mango Pickle

A classic Bengali summer pickle made with raw green mangoes, jaggery, and a blend of roasted spices. This sweet and sour achar is cooked on the stovetop and can be enjoyed all year long. Perfect with rice, paratha, or as a tangy condiment.

EasyBengaliServes 10

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Source Video
40m
Prep
35m
Cook
10m
Cleanup
1h 25m
Total

Cost Breakdown

Total cost:$8.60
Per serving:$0.86

Critical Success Points

  • Wash and cut mangoes properly—any moisture or skin left can cause spoilage.
  • Salt and rest mangoes to draw out water.
  • Heat mustard oil until smoking to remove raw taste.
  • Do not overcook after adding jaggery—syrup should be thick but not hard.
  • Cool completely before storing in a dry, airtight jar.

Safety Warnings

  • Be careful when cutting raw mangoes—they are hard and slippery.
  • Mustard oil should be heated until smoking to remove toxins—never consume raw.
  • Hot jaggery syrup can cause burns—handle with care.

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