Ferments & funk · pickled

Lime pickle

Also called nimbu ka achar, lemon pickle, Indian lime pickle, nimbu achar

Indian pickle of lime pieces cured in salt, spices and oil until soft; intensely sour, salty, bitter and hot, a classic with curries and poppadoms.

VeganVegetarianDairy-freeContains: mustard

What can replace it

  • T2 · GoodMango pickle

    Less bitter and sour, with mango instead of lime.

  • T3 · In a pinchGarlic pickle

    Garlicky rather than sour-bitter.

  • T3 · In a pinchPreserved lemons

    Salty citrus but no heat or spice; add chilli and mustard seeds.

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