Thenga Churuttu

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Ingredients of Thenga Churuttu

• 2 Mangoes
• Cut into small square pieces
• 4 tsp chilli powder
• 3 tsp salt
• 1/2 teaspoon Asafoetida
• 1 teaspoon Turmeric pwd
• 1/2 teaspoon Mustard seeds
• 1 teaspoon Oil

Preparation of Thenga Churuttu

1. Heat oil in a pan.
2. To that add mustard seeds.
3. When it pops reduce heat to low and add chilli pwd, salt, asafoetida, turmeric and stir for about 3 min. Turn off the heat. Let it cool for a while. Add this mixture to the cut mangoes and mix thoroughly.
4. Keep this for 7-8 days for the flavor to seep into mangoes.
5. You can add a little bit of distilled vinegar if you like. It will help to keep the freshness. This is the Kerala mango achar.