Hot Brinjal Pickle Recipe

Cooking Directions

• STEP 1.Wash and dry the brinjals, then cut them into small pieces.
• STEP 2.Heat oil in a pan and fry the brinjal pieces until they turn golden brown.
• STEP 3.In a separate pan, heat oil and add mustard seeds, fenugreek seeds, and asafoetida. Fry until the seeds crackle.
• STEP 4.Add red chili powder, turmeric powder, and salt to the pan and mix well.
• STEP 5.Add the fried brinjal pieces to the pan and mix them with the spice mixture.
• STEP 6.Pour vinegar into the pan and cook the pickle on low heat for 10-15 minutes.
• STEP 7.Allow the pickle to cool down completely before transferring it to a sterilized jar.
• STEP 8.Store the pickle in a cool and dry place. It can be consumed immediately, but the flavors will develop further after a few days.
• STEP 9.Serve the Hot Brinjal Pickle as a side dish with rice, roti, or any Indian meal.

Cooking Tips

• Choose small and firm brinjals for the pickle as they have fewer seeds.
• Make sure to fry the brinjal pieces until they are golden brown to enhance their flavor.
• Adjust the amount of red chili powder according to your spice preference.
• Sterilize the jar before storing the pickle to ensure its longevity.

Storage and Serving

• Store the Hot Brinjal Pickle in a sterilized jar in a cool and dry place.
• The pickle can be consumed immediately, but the flavors will develop further after a few days.
• Serve the pickle as a side dish with rice, roti, or any Indian meal.