Green Chili & Ginger (Hari Mirch & Adrak) Pickle Recipe

Instant Green chili and ginger pickle is a marination of ginger and green pickle along with spices.  People in Punjab make this pickle and is a staple accompaniment with food. This pickle is easy and takes very little time.

North Indians prepare this pickle in the winter season. The ginger in this is known for its heat-retaining capability. Therefore, it is all the more suitable to have in winter.  And that is why you will find it in every household in North India.

Recipes like instant green chili and ginger pickle are hard to find in restaurants or anywhere else but at home. This pickle is also a great option to use in gaining heat while having food.

Even though it is quick to make, it is best if you marinate it days before you want to eat it. By marinating it for a few days, the flavor of the pickle will be enhanced immensely. The ginger will possess salty and tangy taste, and the zing of the chilies will be increased.

This pickle goes well with rice dishes, specifically pulao. It also tastes good with curry, lentil soups, and even kaati rolls. Measurements for the ingredients is up to you. You can use any chili you want; however, if you are a fan of chili than it is recommended to use small Thai chili rather than simple ones. You will surely feel the heat on your tongue for hours you eat.

Have a look at our other similar recipes Instant Stuffed Green Chilli Recipe and Instant Green Chilli Pickle.

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Ingredients of Green Chili and Ginger Pickle

  • Green Chili - 15-20 pcs (Whole)
  • Ginger - 100 gm
  • Salt - 1 tbsp
  • Turmeric Powder - 1 tbsp
  • Lemon Juice - 3 tbsp
  • Fennel Seeds - 1 tbsp
  • Coriander Powder - 1 and 1/2 tbsp
  • Mustard Seeds - 1/2 tbsp
  • Fenugreek Seeds - 1/2 tbsp
  • Carom Seed - 1 tsp
  • Asafoetida -1/2 tbsp
  • Cooking Oil - 250 ml (Hot)
  • Vinegar - 1 tbsp
  • Rock Salt - 1 tbsp

Steps for Green Chili and Ginger Pickle

  • Cut green chili into an inch long pieces.
  • Take a bowl. Add green chili and ginger pieces to it. Make sure the ginger pieces shall be cut into long strips or small pieces.
  • Add salt and turmeric powder. Mix everything well.
  • Now add lemon juice and mix again. Allow it to marinate for 30 minutes. Meanwhile, we prepare the pickle masala.
  • Take a bowl. Add fennel seeds, coriander powder, mustard seeds, fenugreek seeds, carom seeds & asafoetida.Add hot cooking oil to the bowl and mix masala well.
  • Now add the marinated chili-ginger mix to the oil mixture. Mix well. Now add rock salt and mix again.
  • Finally, add vinegar and mix well. Instant green chili and ginger pickle recipe is ready. Store it in a glass bottle or container.

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