Narthangai Citron Thokku Pickle is a spicy and tangy pickle made with grated Narthangai Citron (Bitter Citron). Freshly made by mixing grated Narthangai Citron with fine spices, oil and other ingredients, it is a good accompaniment to many South Indian rice dishes, especially Curd rice. It is called Dhongakaya in Telugu dialect spoken at Rajapalayam or Bitter Orange in English. This Pickle is part of the Seasonal Fresh Pickle offerings from Panakam-Tradition in a Bottle.
Narthangai can be a flavourful substitute for Tamarind in certain food preparations. Narthangai has a lot of medicinal value. Rich in nutrients, vitamins, minerals, antioxidants and flavonoids, Narthangai Citron increases the appetite, helps in digestion, and cools the body.
Ingredients:
Finely grated Narthangai Citron, Cold Pressed Gingelly Oil, Fenugreek, Red Chilly, Turmeric, Asafoetida, Salt and Condiments.
Contains no added preservatives, taste enhancers, colours or flavours.
No Vinegar or Acetic Acid used in any of our pickles.
Expiry:
6 months from the date of packaging under ideal storage conditions.
Nutritional Information:
Will be updated shortly
Usage Instructions:
This Fresh Narthangai Citron Thokku Pickle can be used in many ways. It can be had with any South Indian Rice preparations especially Curd Rice. It can also be excellent for a spicy Tartine for those who love this flavour; spread it on a toast or a French Baguette; use it in any sandwich or Burger and use like a sauce or chutney to go with any world cuisine. It can be used as an alternative or substitute to Tamarind in certain food preparations. It can be mixed with Sambar or Rasam for its unique citrus flavour.
Storage & Precautions:
Please Refrigerate this pickle at all times – both before and after opening the Jar/Bottle. This is not a sun-dried pickle and we do not use any sort of preservatives. It needs compulsory Refrigeration.
Always use a clean and completely dry spoon. Consume pickles in moderation.
Present Availability – Limited Stock
This Narthangai Citron Thokku Pickle will be available between the months of August and February. Please check with us for availability during the other months.
Shipment Time:
2-3 days for dispatch from the date of Order Confirmation subject to stock availability. We have
partnered with a reputed logistics partner and we deliver across India to all metros and certain non-metro cities as well.
Packaging & Shipping Cost:
We use only Glass Jars/Bottles for most of our products. The products are carefully packed for safe delivery and the packaging charge is included in the total cost of the product.
The Cost of the Product is exclusive of Shipping Charges. Shipping Charges will be automatically calculated according to the total weight of the order and shown during Checkout.
Delivery Time:
4-7 days for delivery to Metro cities and 7-15 working days for Non-Metro destinations.
Delivery by Road.
Family behind this Pickle experience:
This traditional pickle has been especially handmade by Chinmaya Arjun Raja and his mother Prabavathi Arjun Raja from Rajapalayam. For more information on the family food artisans please read the FAMILY MADE page.