By Garima Johar
March 10, 2026
The mango season is about to begin, making March the perfect time to make the most of kachi keris, aka raw mangoes. To make the khatti meethi achaari, follow this easy five-step recipe.
2.5 cups grated raw mangoes 1/2 cup jaggery 1 teaspoon ginger 1 chopped green chilli 1 teaspoon oil 1/2 teaspoon red chilli powder 1/2 teaspoon coriander powder 1/2 teaspoon pepper 1/2 teaspoon kalonji seeds 1/3 teaspoon turmeric powder 1/4 teaspoon mustard powder 1/2 teaspoon vinegar
Take some raw mangoes and grate them.
Heat a pan and saute ginger, green chilli, red chilli powder, coriander powder, pepper, kalonji seeds, and mustard powder.
Once fragrant, add the grated mangoes and turmeric powder to give a yellow colour.
Mix in jaggery till it melts, and then add vinegar.
Let the raw mango chutney cool, and then store it in air-tight containers.