Recipe: Raw Mango Launji

Sweet and spicy chutney made with raw mangoes that tastes great with parathas and is the perfect accompaniment to all Indian meals!

Chef Sanjyot Keer

1. Peel the skin of 500 gms raw mangoes. further cut into thick strips.

2. Set a wok on medium heat with 1 tbsp oil. then add 1 tbsp cumin seeds / jeera, 1 tsp mustard seeds, 1/2 tsp fenugreek / methi seeds, 1 tsp kalonji / nigella seeds, 1 tsp hing / asafoetida, 1/2 tsp ajwain / carom seeds and 1 tsp fennel seeds / saunf. stir for few seconds and add raw mangoes and mix it well. cook for 2-3 minutes.

3. Add 1 cup water and bring it to a boil. then add 1 tbsp red chilli powder, 1 tsp garam masala powder, 1 cup jaggery / gud and salt to taste. mix well and allow the jaggery to melt and cook for 2-3 minutes.

4. Further continue to cover and cook on low flame until it thickens while stirring in intervals.

5. Check whether the raw mangoes are done, then add 1 tsp black salt, 1 tsp chaat masala and cook further for 2-3 minutes.

6. Cool down and serve as a condiment with your favourite paratha or meal.

7. Store it in a well sterilized glass and refrigerate it for months.