Beyond the Jar: 4 Tasty Achar Pairings to Satisfy Your Cravings

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Achar

Pickle has such diversity that it does not even matter which state or culture you choose; each one has their own style of making pickles. From Achar to Kimchi to Pickled Cucumber, Onions, Beets, and lots of other veggies, each type of pickle is loved by everyone. 

Achar is one of such varieties and a part of South Asian Cuisines. Mostly unripe mangoes, green chili, lemon, and carrots are pickled in Pakistan and India. Try Achar as a side serving or add it to your meal as an ingredient, the juicy, tangy flavor will make you fall in love with South Asian traditions. Here are 4 ways to tickle your taste buds with Achar, and I am sure you are going to love all of them. 


Achar Paratha 

A piece of any of your favorite South Asian pickles with fresh and crisp paratha is an elite combo that one must try.  


Nothing for breakfast? Craving something special? Too tired to cook for yourself? Don't worry, Achar Paratha got your back. A yummy solution for all of your hunger issues. Nothing can beat such a simple yet appetizing treat.  


Achar Paratha is one of the most common breakfasts in Pakistan and India. You can also have a literal Achar Paratha where either it is a pickle-filled Paratha or pickles kneaded in the Pratha dough. 


Achar Gosht 

If you are a fan of South Asian Cuisines, then Achar Gosht is no less than a treat for you. Achar Gosht, a popular dish across Pakistan, is a dish made of meat and South Asian Pickle spices 


There is a variety in the recipes of Achar Gosht. Some only add Pickle spices as the ingredients, while others also add Achar itself to enhance the tangy flavor. In both ways, Achar Gosht leaves you with a wish to have some more. 


The pickle spices include in the dish are mostly a blend of Nigella Seeds (Kalonji), Fennel Seeds, Mustard Seeds, Fenugreek seeds, and some others according to the taste preferences. 


If you’re planning to make Achar Gosht at home but are unsure about exact spice proportions and combinations, you can simply buy Achar Gosht Spice Mix to save time and effort. The results will be equally appetizing. 


Dal Chawal with Achar  

Where there is a will there is a way, and there is no way one can say No to the amazing combo of Dal Chawal and Achar. All you need is boiled rice with some cooked lentils and a piece of South Asian pickle, and voila, you are never gonna forget this masterpiece.  


Crushed Pickle  

What's better than pickle? Yup, it's Crushed Pickle. Crushed Pickle is used chiefly as an ingredient to enhance the taste. You can find it easily on the market. Crushed pickle makes it easier for you to enjoy that pickled flavor in every bite.  


Have it with your meal, with Dal Chawal, or Snacks, add it to your Salsa, Salads, or make pickle-stuffed Parathas, Samosas, and many more South Asian dishes. 

What Do You Think? 


Did you like my words? Are you planning to try any of them? Then try out the expert recipes By getting yourself a South Asian Cookbook.  

Happy eating:)

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