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Adrak Nimbu ka Achar: Dadi's 4-Ingredient Ginger Pickle That Turns Pink Naturally (Benefits Backed by Science)

My dadi used to make this pickle when I was a child. Then my mummy started making it exactly the same way. Now it's your turn. Adrak nimbu ka achar is one of the simplest pickles in an Indian kitchen: fresh ginger, lemon juice, salt, and a spoon of vinegar. No oil, no masala, no cooking. You can eat it with every meal, and it's as good for you as it is tasty. The best part? By the next day, the pale ginger slices turn a beautiful pink, without a single drop of food colour. Below you'll find the recipe, the science behind that pink colour, and what research says about the benefits of ginger and lemon. Ingredients 200 g new, fresh ginger (adrak) Lemon juice, enough to cover the ginger slices Salt, as per taste 1 tsp vinegar How to Make Adrak Nimbu ka Achar (Step by Step) 1. Wash the ginger, then slice it. 2. Squeeze out enough lemon juice to cover the ginger slices. 3. Fill the ginger slices and lemon juice into a clean glass jar. 4. Add salt on top, as per taste. 5. Add 1 ts...

oil free carrot pickle like none other (It's Instant, Easy and Simple Gajar Achar Recipe)

is achar healthy? Indian pickles are a powerhouse of nutrients. picking was invented by our older generations to store seasonal foods so they can be enjoyed when they are out of season. pickles are a rich source of nutrients, vitamins and minerals. my oil free carrot pickle is an example. made with mooli, gajar, shimla mirich and shalgam, the instant pickle is packed with the godness of antioxidants as it is completely raw, vegan, and oil free. enjoy this delicious blend for at least 7-10 days if not more.  to begin with, let's slice the winter season's best gift - carrot.  no doubt, we get carrot all through the year these days, but winter carrots are the best-tasting, juicer, and rich in beta-carotene that gives carrot its color. now why is beta-carotene important? well, it gets converted to vitamin A in the body, which is excellent for your skin and hair growth, strong vision, and lungs. similarly, slice mooli or radish. you will enjoy this root veggie in th...