Pickle Day: Timeless Indian Achars with Cold Pressed Oils
Explore how to make your traditional Indian achars with cold pressed oils this Pickle Day. Discover how Tata Simply Better’s cold pressed range enhances the aroma, flavour, and longevity of classic achars - from tangy mango to spicy lemon and beyond.
Few things in an Indian kitchen can match the magic of a good achar. It’s more than just a condiment - it’s a memory sealed in a jar. This Pickle Day, let’s celebrate tradition with a modern touch by making pickles with cold pressed oils. With Tata Simply Better’s range of cold pressed oils, you can capture the same rich, spicy, tangy notes that your grandmother once perfected - but with a fresher, purer twist.
Because honestly, what’s dal-chawal or paratha without a spoonful of pickle that lights up every bite?
Why Make Pickles with Cold Pressed Oils?
Indian achars are all about patience, spice, and the right oil. Traditionally, cold pressed oils were the go-to choice - and for good reason. When you make pickles with cold pressed oils, you get a perfect blend of aroma, taste, and shelf life that refined oils can never match.
Here’s why cold pressed oils work wonders for achars:
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Pure extraction, pure flavour: No heat means the oil retains its natural aroma and nutrients.
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Perfect preservative base: Cold pressed oils have natural stability that helps pickles last longer.
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Authentic texture: They give pickles that luscious, thick coating that soaks up all the masalas beautifully.
Simply put, pickles with cold pressed oils aren’t just tastier - they’re more authentic, more traditional, and undeniably more satisfying.
Classic Indian Pickles You Can Make with Cold Pressed Oils
The art of pickle-making varies from home to home - every family has its own “secret recipe.” But one thing stays constant: the role of oil. Here’s how Tata Simply Better’s cold pressed oils can elevate your favourite varieties.
1. Mango Pickle - The Ultimate Achar with Cold Pressed Mustard Oil
No Indian kitchen is complete without aam ka achar. When you make pickles with cold pressed oils like mustard oil, you get that signature pungency and boldness that defines North Indian-style pickles. Mustard oil enhances the tang of raw mangoes and helps the spices seep in perfectly over time.
2. Lemon Pickle - A Zesty Favourite with Cold Pressed Sesame Oil
Lemon pickle is all about balance - the zing of lemon, the spice of masala, and the smoothness of oil. Cold pressed sesame oil adds that nutty undertone, giving your lemon achar the depth it deserves.
3. Mixed Vegetable Pickle - Colourful, Crunchy, and Made with Cold Pressed Groundnut Oil
From cauliflower and carrots to turnips and beans - this one’s a winter essential. Cold pressed groundnut oil binds all the flavours together, keeping every vegetable crisp and full of flavour. These pickles with cold pressed oils are perfect to enjoy with rotis or khichdi alike.
4. Garlic Pickle - Spicy Goodness with Cold Pressed Sunflower Oil
Sunflower oil has a light flavour that lets the garlic and spices shine. This version is smooth, fiery, and incredibly versatile - it pairs with literally everything, from poha to pulao.
5. Green Chilli Pickle - Fiery, Tangy, and Irresistible with Cold Pressed Mustard Oil
For those who like their food with a kick, pickles with cold pressed oils like mustard oil bring the perfect heat. The oil’s strong aroma and natural preservation qualities make sure your green chilli achar stays as bold as day one.
The Secret to Perfect Pickles Lies in the Oil
Pickle-making may seem simple - just spices, salt, and oil - but the right oil makes all the difference. Here’s what to remember when making pickles with cold pressed oils:
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Always dry your ingredients well: Even a drop of moisture can spoil your achar.
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Warm the oil slightly before mixing: This helps the spices release their full aroma.
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Let the pickle rest: Store it for a few days before tasting. The flavours deepen beautifully.
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Use sterilised jars: Keep your pickles safe and fresh for months.
And most importantly - be generous with your oil! That luscious layer not only adds flavour but also protects the achar.
From Grandma’s Kitchen to Yours
Making pickles with cold pressed oils isn’t just a recipe - it’s a ritual. It’s that weekend tradition of slicing mangoes on the terrace, the scent of roasting mustard seeds filling the air, and the joy of sealing jars that’ll last all year.
Tata Simply Better brings back that same nostalgic experience with its pure, cold pressed range - crafted to preserve flavour just like the old days. Whether you love the punch of mustard, the earthiness of sesame, or the nuttiness of groundnut, there’s a Tata Simply Better oil that’s perfect for your pickle jar.
So, this Pickle Day, open that spice box, grab your jars, and make your pickles with cold pressed oils the way they were always meant to be - simple, aromatic, and full of love. Because with Tata Simply Better, you don’t just make pickles; you bottle up generations of taste.
With Tata Simply Better, Tata Consumer Products has entered into a new category, with a range of cold-pressed oils aimed at consumers who want to include cold-pressed oils in their kitchens. Tata Simply Better has come with various cold-pressed oils - Groundnut, Virgin Coconut, Sesame, Extra Virgin Olive, Mustard and Sunflower Oil, that provide a more nutritious alternative to traditional cooking oils.
These oils are carefully extracted to retain their natural goodness, and they are free from trans fats and cholesterol. By using the finest A1-grade ingredients, Tata Simply Better ensures that its products offer a superior culinary experience while promoting overall well-being.