This is a traditional pickle endemic to Udupi region.  The Mango is minced and pickled.   “Kochchu” in Kannada means to mince.  

Time Required: 20 Minutes

Ingredients:
2 Cups Raw Mango, Grated or Minced
½ tbsp Mustard Seeds
½ tbsp Jeera/Cumin Seeds
1tbsp Methi/Fenugreek Seeds
10 Red Chilies
1 Bengal Gram/Channa dal size Hing/Asafoetida
1tbsp Oil 
Salt to taste

For Seasoning:
6 -8  tbsp Oil
1tsp Mustard Seeds
1tsp Turmeric Powder
2 – 3 Red Chilies, Broken
Few Curry Leaves

Method:
Heat Oil and fry Mustard Seeds, Jeera, Methi, Hing and Red Chilies separately.  Grind to a powder.  

Heat Oil add Mustard Seeds and when they splutter add Turmeric powder, Red Chilies and Curry Leaves.  Add the minced Mango and saute for 2 minutes.  Add the Masala powder, Salt and mix well.  Remove from fire and keep it aside until it cools. Serve with Dosa or Rice.

Tags: Kochchida Mavinakayi Uppinakayi, Mango Pickle, Pickles, Thokku n' Pickles, Udupi Recipes

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