7 Common Mistakes To Avoid If You Plan To Make Mango Pickle At Home

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Common Mistakes While Making Mango Pickle

These are some of the most common mistakes that one should avoid while making mango pickles at home.

Not every raw mango is good for pickling, it must be just perfectly unripe to get pickled.

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1. The Type Of Mango 

The glass jars that you use for storing the pickle must be thoroughly sterilised to ensure the pickle doesn’t spoil.

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2. Sterilised Jars

The spices you use in this must be fresh as the old and damp ones not only lose their flavour but also can spoil the pickle.

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3. Old & Damp Spices

Whether you put lemon or vinegar, use your sour agents only in moderate quantities.

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4. Don’t Use Too Much Lemon

This is a natural preservative, so it must be used in adequate amounts as using less can spoil the pickle.

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5. Salt It Right

Your pickle must set well in marinade otherwise it will spoil quickly.

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6. Allow It To Set Well

When you add oil to your pickle, make sure you don’t skimp on this, as it will determine how long-lasting your pickles will be.

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7. Enough Oil

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So, take note of these mistakes in order to ensure the end product is perfect.