Ugadi Pachadi-Family Recipe

Cooking Directions

• STEP 1.Peel and chop the raw mango into small pieces.
• STEP 2.Soak tamarind in water and extract the juice.
• STEP 3.In a pan, heat oil and add mustard seeds, urad dal, and red chili. Once they splutter, add curry leaves and neem flowers.
• STEP 4.Add the chopped mango, tamarind juice, jaggery, and salt. Cook until the mango is soft and the flavors are well combined.
• STEP 5.Remove from heat and let it cool. Serve chilled as a side dish with rice or as a condiment with snacks.
• STEP 6.Store the Ugadi Pachadi in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days.

Cooking Tips

• Adjust the quantity of jaggery and tamarind according to your taste preference.
• You can add grated coconut for an extra texture and flavor.
• Make sure to wash the neem flowers thoroughly to remove any bitterness.

Storage and Serving

• Ugadi Pachadi can be served as a side dish with steamed rice or as a condiment with snacks like vada or samosa.
• It is best served chilled, so refrigerate it for a few hours before serving.
• Store any leftover Ugadi Pachadi in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days.