Guava Pickle (Perucha Methamba)

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Guava Sweet Pickle is a delightful fusion of tropical flavors with a tangy-sweet twist. Made from ripe yet firm guavas, this pickle combines the fruit's natural sweetness with a blend of jaggery and mild spices . It is ideal accompanied with parathas, rotis or theplas. This pickle is a must-try for...

Prep Time
10min
Cook Time
20min
Total Time
30min
Guava Pickle (Perucha Methamba) recipe

Ingredients

5 Servings
(1 serving = 1 small bowl)
  • 500g
    Guava
  • 1tbsp
    Peanut oil
  • 1tsp
    Fenugreek seeds
  • 1tsp
    Mustard seeds
  • pinch
    of asafoetida
  • 1/2tbsp
    Black pepper powder
  • 1tbsp
    Red chilli powder
  • 1/4tbsp
    turmeric powder
  • 1cup
    Water
  • 250g
    Grated Jaggery

How to make Guava Pickle (Perucha Methamba)

To make Guava Pickle ( Perucha Methamba)

  1. Wash 500 g Guava , cut into halves , remove the seeds and chop it into cubes.

    Step 1.1: Wash 500 g Guava , cut into halves , remove the seeds and chop it into cubes
    Step 1.2: Wash 500 g Guava , cut into halves , remove the seeds and chop it into cubes
    Step 1.3: Wash 500 g Guava , cut into halves , remove the seeds and chop it into cubes
    Step 1.4: Wash 500 g Guava , cut into halves , remove the seeds and chop it into cubes
  2. Heat peanut oil in a wok, first add fenugreek seeds, when Fenugreek seeds crackle, add mustard seeds.

    Step 1.1: Heat peanut oil in a wok, first add fenugreek seeds, when Fenugreek seeds crackle,  add mustard seeds
    Step 1.2: Heat peanut oil in a wok, first add fenugreek seeds, when Fenugreek seeds crackle,  add mustard seeds
  3. Season this tempering with pinch of asafoetida, it gives a nice aroma to the pickle along with guava. Add chopped guava, give it a nice stir followed by adding the spices mentioned above with rock salt.

    Step 1.1: Season this tempering with pinch of asafoetida, it gives a nice aroma to the pickle along with guava
    Step 1.2: Season this tempering with pinch of asafoetida, it gives a nice aroma to the pickle along with guava
    Step 1.3: Season this tempering with pinch of asafoetida, it gives a nice aroma to the pickle along with guava
  4. Add 1 cup water and allow the guava pieces to cook well. The pieces shouldn't turn mushy. This will take around 6-8 min.

    Step 1.1: Add 1 cup water and allow the guava pieces to cook well
    Step 1.2: Add 1 cup water and allow the guava pieces to cook well
  5. Add grated jaggery and mix well. Switch off the flame when the mixture thickens.

    Step 1.1: Add grated jaggery and mix well
    Step 1.2: Add grated jaggery and mix well
  6. Let it cool down and store in an air tight container. It remains fresh for almost a year. Serve this pickle with parathas, theplas or chapati.

    Step 1.1: Let it cool down and store in an air tight container

Tips & Tricks

  1. Select guavas that are ripe but still firm to touch. Overripe guavas may become mushy while cooking.

  2. Ensure your jars are sterilized properly to prevent contamination and extend the shelf life of the pickle.

  3. For better flavor, allow the pickle to sit for a few days before consuming. This helps the guavas absorb the sweet and spicy flavors more deeply.

  4. For better flavor, allow the pickle to sit for a few days before consuming. This helps the guavas absorb the sweet and spicy flavors more deeply.

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