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Amchur | Local Spice From India | TasteAtlas

Amchur

(Aamchur, Amchoor, अमचूर)

Amchur is a spice and condiment originating from India, but it's also often used in Pakistan. It's made from unripe mangoes that have been sliced, dried in the sun, then ground into a powder. The resulting powder has an intense aroma and tangy flavor.


It adds a nice level of acidity to a vast number of vegetarian dishes, especially in Northern India, where it's used in the same way as lemon juice or vinegar are used in other parts of the world. It's recommended to add amchur to curries, dals, pickles, and chutneys due to its fruity and tangy flavors.


Meat is also an option – try using amchur in a marinade to tenderize poultry or fish.