Mango Pesarel

A tangy, spicy South Indian mango relish made with raw mango pieces and simple tempering.

Ingredients

1. 2 raw mangoes
2. 4 green chillies
3. 4 tbsp gingelly oil (tel)
4. 1/2 tsp mustard seeds
5. 1 tsp red chilli powder
6. 1/4 tsp asafoetida
7. 1/2 tsp salt

Instructions

1. Prepare the mango and chillies

   • Wash, wipe, and cut raw mangoes (with skin) into very tiny pieces.
   • Wash and slit the green chillies; keep them aside.

2. Make the tempering

   • Heat gingelly oil in a pan.
   • Add mustard seeds and let them splutter.
   • Add asafoetida, salt, and red chilli powder; stir well.

3. Cook the mixture

   • Add the slit green chillies and chopped mango pieces.
   • Toss everything together and cook for 2–3 minutes.

4. Finish and store

   • Remove from heat and cool completely.
   • Store refrigerated; stays good for 6–7 days.