Homemade Lemon Pickle

May 25, 2023May 25, 20230 0

Spicy Homemade Lemon Pickle

by The Chefin Condiment

Prep

10 min

Cook

10 min

Ready In

80 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

Sugar

0.5g

Fat

0.2g

A popular condiment in India, Lemon pickle is made with fresh lemons that are cut into pieces and mixed with spices. The mixture is then left in the sun for a few days to marinate and preserve. The result is a tangy and spicy pickle that can be enjoyed with rice, bread, or any other savory dish. The bright flavors of lemon and chili make this pickle a versatile addition to any meal. Moreover, making it at home is a great way to control the quality and the ingredients used in this pickle.

Instructions

1.	Wash lemons and pat them dry.
2.	Cut each lemon into 8 pieces and discard seeds.
3.	Slit chilies lengthwise and remove seeds.
4.	In a bowl mix salt, red chili powder, and cutter chili powder.
5.	In a sterile glass container, put a layer of lemon pieces, then sprinkle salt mixture and chilies over the layer.
6.	Repeat until all lemon pieces, salt mixture and chilies are used.
7.	Close the container tightly and leave it in the sun for 4-5 days shaking occasionally.
8.	Transfer the container to a cool and dry place.
9.	Lemon pickles are ready to eat.

PROS

This pickle has an intense citrusy and spicy flavor that complements a wide range of savory dishes.

It is easy to make at home with just five simple ingredients.

CONS

Homemade pickles cannot be stored for a long duration as compared to store-bought ones.
Hence it must be consumed in 1 to 2 months of preparation.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Lemon pickle is a great source of vitamin C, which helps in strengthening the immune system and also aids in improving digestion.
It has antioxidant properties that help protect against cellular damage by free radicals.

	12 lemons
	6 green chilies
	1/2 tablespoon cutter chili powder
	1/2 teaspoon red chili powder
	200 g salt