10 Unique Indian Pickles You Should Try Now

The best way to turn bland food into a mouth-watering taste-bud is by adding a little spice and tang to it and the best way to accomplish that taste is with the accompaniment of pickle along with your staple food.

Pickles have constituted a very important part of the Indian culinary regime and have brought mesmerizing flavours to families across the country and even the world. Different kinds of pickles are made with different varieties of fruits and vegetables to derive the desired flavour. Additionally, different states have different flavours when it comes to pickles and quite frankly, each of them is unique and appetizing in its way.

The 10 most flavoursome Indian pickles that you must try

Everyone knows that different flavours of pickles can be attained by using different fruits and vegetables. However, today, we shall discuss the top 10 most unique and sought-after Indian pickles that you should try without any further delay:

1. Mesu Pickle – Not a lot of people know about Mesu Pickle but those who do, know that it is an absolute rollercoaster of flavours. Essentially a part of the Sikkimese cuisine, the Mesu Pickle is made by fermenting bamboo shoots which adds a sour and acidic tang to its flavour. It is widely considered to be an underdog amongst pickles by food connoisseurs. In the Limbu dialect in Sikkim, ‘me’ means bamboo and ‘su’ stands for sour.
2. Bhoot Jolokia Achaar – Unlike the first one, this pickle is quite famous around the world. Assam’s Bhoot Jolokia Achaar is also commonly referred to as King Chilli or the Ghost and rightly so. It derives its name from the rumour that people, after eating it, wish they were dead (for the degree of spiciness). The pickle is fiery red since it is made with fiery red chillies and it is often laced with bamboo shoots. You can get your hands on these pickles online from premium brands and uncompromised flavours.
3. Lingri Ka Achaar – This is a pickle that is extremely famous and desirable in Himachal Pradesh. This achaar, as the name is suggestive of, is made from Lingri which is also popularly called fiddlehead fern. It is highly acclaimed in the culinary circle of Himachal Pradesh for it is bursting with flavours. Tight, luscious and tender shoots of the lingri are used for making this achaar. They have a texture that can either be light brown or dark brown.
4. Karivepaku Urugai – What is the one most essential ingredient for almost all Indian culinary exemplary dishes? The answer is the curry leaves. Curry leaves are as essential to Indian cuisine as any other spices that we add for taste. Karivepaku Urugai, which is Curry leaves pickle) is the flavouring agent (the curry leaves) with a few adjustments and additions to make it spicier, tangier and more flavourful.
5. Brinjal Pickle – Brinjal or Baingan is a popular vegetable among the masses in India. Goa has blessed the country with this pickle that is a delectable choice as an accompaniment for almost all dishes. It is the right balance of sweet, spicy and tangy and that is why it has rapidly become quite popular among people who like to experience several flavours that break the monotony of a single flavour. When it comes to pickles, there is not a lot that can compete with brinjal pickle.
6. Orange Tholi Achaar – This is a pickle that is made with orange peels and needless to say, it is a flavourful combination of tangy and sweet flavours. It originated from South Indian kitchens and has made its way to different corners of the continent today. You can stock and buy Indian spices online that are commonly found in almost all the pickles. This will save you from unnecessary hassle.
7. Akhuni Pickle – This is a pickle, that has originated from Nagaland and is used in several dishes apart from being used in pickles. Akhuni stands for fermented soya bean cakes that are used for making the pickle and have been aptly named after it as well. Also, besides being one of the most popular pickles in Nagaland and other parts of the world, it is used in certain meat preparations to add a strong and smoky flavour that can be found in the Akhuni Pickle as well.
8. Amle Ki Launji – Not a lot of pickles can boast of being healthy as well as lip-smacking. Amle ki Launji is the perfect amalgamation of both. It is made from amla which is also called gooseberries and is a very rich source of Vitamin C. Amle ki Launji is a very famous pickle in Uttar Pradesh, Jharkhand and Bihar and packs a perfect blend of the sweet and tangy flavours that we look for in a pickle.
9. Chana Methi Achaar – This is a pickle that is relatively lesser known across the country and is mostly made in Gujarat. It is a unique pickle and a lot of people find it desirable. It comprises chickpeas, dried fenugreek seeds and a wide assortment of spices. Then, the entire mixture is preserved with the help of mustard oil. People have also tried their versions of this pickle and in most cases, mango has been the choice of addition.
10. Banana Flower Pickle – This is a pickle whose origin is Assam and is made with banana leaves. Banana leaves are rich in calcium, iron and several other essential minerals. This means that Banana Flower Pickle is a healthy pickle to consume on a regular. It is also considered to be a great alternative to multiple superfoods.

These were some of the Indian pickles which you may or may not have heard of. Try making one of these healthy pickles and stir your meals with a nice punch of flavours.

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