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Learn how to make authentic homemade Jujube Pickle with a perfect balance of sweet, tangy, and spicy flavors. Simple to prepare and store for months.
What is Jujube Pickle?
Jujube Pickle, also known as Ber Achar, is a traditional South Asian pickle made from ripe or semi-ripe jujubes. It combines the sweetness of sugar, the tanginess of vinegar, and the heat of chili spices. This flavorful condiment pairs beautifully with rice, roti, or biryani.
Ingredients
Ingredient Quantity
Jujube (ripe or semi-ripe) 500 g
Salt 1 tsp
Red chili powder 1 tbsp
Turmeric powder ½ tsp
Roasted cumin powder 1 tsp
Mustard seeds 1 tsp
Fenugreek seeds ½ tsp
Mustard oil (or vegetable oil) ½ cup
Sugar or jaggery 1 cup (adjust to taste)
Vinegar 2–3 tbsp
Step-by-Step Preparation
Q1: How to prepare the jujubes?
Wash the jujubes thoroughly and dry them well. Prick each fruit with a fork so the spices can absorb inside.
Q2: How to make the spice base?
Heat mustard oil until it just begins to smoke. Add mustard seeds and fenugreek seeds and let them splutter. Then add chili powder, turmeric, cumin, and salt. Stir briefly so the spices release their aroma.
Q3: When to add the jujubes?
Add the jujubes and stir for two to three minutes until they are fully coated with the spice mixture.
Q4: How to balance sweetness and tanginess?
Add sugar or jaggery and vinegar. Cook over low heat for five to seven minutes until the mixture becomes slightly thick and glossy.
Q5: How to store the pickle?
Allow the pickle to cool completely. Transfer it into a clean, sterilized glass jar. Keep it in a cool, dry place. Let it sit for three to four days before serving to develop a rich flavor.
Storage Tips
Store in an airtight glass jar only.
Avoid any moisture contact.
Can stay fresh for up to six months in a cool place.
Serving Suggestions
Tastes great with rice, paratha, or puri.
Adds a flavorful twist to snacks and fried dishes.
Works wonderfully with biryani or khichdi.
Pro Tips
Dry the jujubes thoroughly before cooking.
Mustard oil gives an authentic, strong flavor.
Adjust sugar and chili according to your taste preference.
The flavor improves the longer it sits.
