Achard de Légumes (Pickled Vegetable Relish)
Side DishMauritius

Achard de LégumesPickled Vegetable Relish

A crisp Mauritian vegetable achard seasoned with turmeric, mustard, chili, and vinegar. The vegetables are briefly cooked so they retain some bite.

Prep

20m

Cook

15m

Serves

4

Estimated

Nutrition

Per serving
177kcal

Calories

3g

Protein

13g

Fat

14g

Carbs

Estimated per serving from the base recipe. Actual nutrition may vary.

Before you start

Ingredients

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4

Vegetables

  • 200g
    Carrot (julienne)
  • 200g
    Green Bean (julienne)
  • 250g
    Cauliflower (cut into small florets)
  • 1l
    Water

Pickling

  • 50ml
    Vegetable Oil
  • 8g
    Mustard Seeds
  • 12g
    Garlic (crushed)
  • 10g
    Green Chili (finely chopped)
  • 5g
    Turmeric Powder
  • 8g
    Salt
  • 80ml
    Distilled White Vinegar

Cook through it

Method

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6 steps
  1. 01

    Bring the water to a boil. Briefly blanch the carrot, green beans, and cauliflower until just tender but still crisp, then drain thoroughly.

  2. 02

    Heat the vegetable oil over medium heat to about 170°C (340°F). Add the mustard seeds and let them begin to pop.

  3. 03

    Add the garlic and green chili and cook briefly until fragrant.

  4. 04

    Add the blanched vegetables, then stir in the turmeric powder and salt.

  5. 05

    Pour in the distilled white vinegar and toss until everything is evenly coated.

  6. 06

    Let the relish cool completely before serving so the flavors settle. Cool promptly and refrigerate in a clean covered container.

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