Gunda Keri Pickle Recipe

Gujarati Gunda Keri Pickle

Gunda Keri Pickle in Methi Masala is a traditional pickle from Gujarat.Gunda is a kind of a berry that is available from March to June.Gunda has anti-diabetic properties.Gunda is also known as Fragrant Manjack,Gumberry, Labeda, Lasora,Indian Cherry,Bird Lime,Clammy Berries or Cordia Dichotoma

Preparation Time: 15 mins
Making Time: 15 mins
Total Time: 30 mins
Yield: 500 g
Maturing Time: 3 to 4 days
Storage Time:1 Year

Ingredients

• 500g Gunda
• 250g Grated Raw Mango(Kachi Keri)
• 250g Methi Aachar Masala (Ramdev Brand)
• 250g Peanut Oil (Sing Tel)

Recipe:

1. De-stalk and deseed the Gunda by scooping out the sticky pulp and seed.(Note: To deseed the Gundas, slightly crush the Gundas using a pestle.)
2. Make a stuffing mixture from raw grated mangoes,Methi Aachar Masala and oil.
3. Fill the Gundas with this stuffing and place it in a sterilized glass jar. Also place some remaining stuffing mixture on top of Gundas.
4. Completely immerse the Gundas in oil to preserve for a whole year.

Note:

1. Only purchase Gunda that are fresh and firm,dark green in color and without any blemishes to make pickle.
2. You can substitute peanut oil with mustard oil or sesame oil.