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DISH NAME : BIMBLEE PICKLE

  • Origin : GOAN
  • Category : PICKLES, PRESERVES AND JAMS
Preparation Time : 20 minutes
Cooking Time : 10 minutes
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Description

Averrhoa bilimbi tree is also known as bilimbi, cucumber tree, or tree sorrel. These small cucumber like fruits hang in bunches on the trunk of the tree. The fruits are sour and is used in fish curries in Kerala, Goa etc.

Note

1) I substituted sultanas with seedless raisins.

  Cup 
Quantity Name
250  Gms.Bimblees
2  Tsp.Salt
0.25  CupGingelly oil
  Salt to taste
2  SprigsCurry leaves
2  Tsp.Chilli powder
50  Gms.Jaggery grated / powdered
2  Tbsp.Vinegar
1  Tbsp.Sultanas
1  Tbsp.Ginger - garlic paste

Method

1) Cut bimblees in half lenghtwise.
2) Add salt (2tsp.) and keep aside for about 3 hours in a colander to drain off water from bimblees.
3) Heat oil in a pan, fry curry leaves.
4) Add ginger garlic paste and fry till done.
5) Add chilli powder and fry.
6) Add bimblees to the pan. Then add jaggery, vinegar and salt to taste. Let it through.
7) Remove from fire. When cool add to bottles.
8) Keep for about 3 to 4 days to mature before using.

Serving Suggestions

Serve as an accompaniment with rice.