Instant amla pickle

Indian gooseberry or amla is the most nutritious fruit available during winters because of its antioxidant properties, does wonders to skin and hair. Its advisable to consume one amla daily but due to its bitter taste, it cant be consumed as it is... so pickle is a nice option. This is really quick to make and the spicy, tangy and sweetness overpowers the bitterness of the amla

Preparation time: 10 min.
Cooking time: 5 min.

Ingredients:

• 500 gms amla (gooseberry)
• 3 tblsp mustard oil

For grinding:

• 2tbsp fenugreek seeds(methi)
• 2 tbsp cumin seeds
• 2 tbsp fennel seeds
• 2 tbsp musrard seeds
• a pinch asafoetida (hing)
• 1 tsp turmeric powder
• 1 tsp red chilli powder
• 1 tbsp salt

Method:

1. Pressure cook the amla alongwith a glass of water till one whistle.
2. Seperate the amla slices and discard the seeds.
3. Heat oil in a pan and allow it to cool.
4. Dry roast fenugreek, fennel, mustard seeds and cumin seeds and make a coarse powder.
5. Add turmeric powder, red chilli powder nd salt to the powder.
6. Add hing to the oil and masala mix.
7. Add amla slices and mix well.
8. Store in glass container once it cools down.