Name: Gajar nu Athanu (Indian Pickled Carrots)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 5 min
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Indian
Ingredients: 6-8 carrots, peeled and cut into 1/4 inch matchsticks (4 cups); 1/4 tsp turmeric powder; 1 1/2 tbsp rai na kuria (split mustard seeds); 1 tsp salt, divided; 1 tbsp vegetable oil; 1/4 cup fresh lime juice; 1/4 tsp red chili powder

Description

A tangy and spicy Indian pickled carrot recipe made with split mustard seeds! This Gajar nu Athanu recipe simple, quick and easy! Makes 1 quart.

Ingredients

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6–8 carrots, peeled and cut into 1/4 inch matchsticks (4 cups)
1/4 tsp turmeric powder
1 1/2 tbsp rai na kuria (split mustard seeds)
1 tsp salt, divided
1 tbsp vegetable oil
1/4 cup fresh lime juice
1/4 tsp red chili powder

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Instructions

Toss carrot sticks, turmeric and 1/2 tsp of salt in a mixing bowl. Set aside for 1-2 hours so that the carrots release some liquid.
Dry the carrot sticks on 3 layers of paper towels overnight.
Toss the dried carrots with rai na kuria, 1/2 tsp salt, vegetable oil, lime juice, and red chili powder. Taste for seasoning and adjust the salt or lime juice to your taste.
Place the carrot sticks into a jar and then close. Give it a gentle shake and refrigerate overnight. They will stay in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.

Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 5 mins
Category: Snack
Cuisine: Indian