🌳 The Savory Forest Treasure: Why Baya India’s Kathal (Jackfruit) Pickle in Mustard Oil is a Vegetarian’s Delight! ✨
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In the world of Indian pickles, Kathal (Jackfruit) holds a special place. Known for its incredible texture, jackfruit has a unique ability to soak up oils and spices, turning every bite into a succulent, savory explosion. Our Kathal Pickle is a labor of love—balancing the fibrous heart of the jackfruit with the bold, pungent kick of mustard oil. At Baya India, we celebrate this forest treasure by using traditional sun-drying methods that preserve its signature firm bite perfectly. 🏺🌳🔥
The Alchemy of the Sun-Cured Jackfruit 🏆
Kathal is a complex fruit to pickle. It requires a patient, multi-step process to ensure it is tender yet firm:
Sourcing Young, Raw Jackfruit: We use only raw, "baby" jackfruit (Kacha Kathal). At this stage, the fruit is non-sweet and has a beautiful fibrous texture that is perfect for absorbing our spicy mustard oil infusion. 🌳✅
The Perfect Steam & Dry: Before pickling, the jackfruit is lightly steamed and then spread out under the bright Indian Sun. This critical step removes the excess moisture, ensuring the pickle stays fresh and the pieces retain their satisfying "chew." ☀️🌬️
The Pungent Marriage: The sun-dried pieces are then tossed with a robust blend of spices and submerged in 100% Pure Mustard Oil. The mustard oil acts as the perfect carrier, mellowing the jackfruit and infusing it with a deep, smoky aroma. ☀️🏺
✨ The Baya India Standard: Pure & Honest ☀️
Our Kathal Pickle is a "Clean Label" masterpiece—offering a hearty, savory experience with zero laboratory chemicals.
The Baya India Difference:
100% Pure Mustard Oil: No cheap vegetable oils. We use only mustard oil, which is essential for the authentic taste and long-term preservation of jackfruit. 🟡🛡️
Satisfying & Substantial Texture: We don't over-process. You get thick, fibrous chunks of jackfruit that feel rich and satisfying with every meal. 🌳💪
The 'Teekha' Balance: We use a specific blend of red chillies and mustard seeds to provide a spicy kick that complements the earthy flavor of the jackfruit. 🌶️✨
Zero Synthetic Vinegar: No lab-made acids. The natural preservation power of spices, salt, and premium mustard oil keeps it delicious for months. 🚫🧪
🌿 What’s Inside the Jar? (Ingredients)
Tender Raw Jackfruit (Kathal): Hand-cut and sun-matured. 🌳
Pure Mustard Oil: 100% pure for a rich, golden glaze. 🟡
The Savory Spice Blend: A mix of Mustard seeds (Rai), Fenugreek (Methi), and Fennel (Saunf). 🌿
Kalonji & Hing: For that unmistakable, soul-warming aroma and excellent digestion. ✨
Turmeric & Amchoor: For a vibrant golden hue and a subtle tangy finish. 🥭🟡
🍽️ The Ultimate "Hearty" Companion
Because of its unique texture, Kathal pickle is more than just a side—it’s an experience:
The Poori-Bhaji Partner: There is no better combination than hot, fluffy Pooris and a generous serving of Kathal pickle. It feels like a complete festive meal! 🥞🔥
The Lunchbox Hero: It’s a favorite for Office or School Tiffins. Since it's less "drippy" than mango pickle, it stays perfectly on your paratha. 🍱💼
The Dal-Chawal Power-Up: For those looking for a substantial texture, adding a piece of pickled Kathal to your Yellow Dal and Rice is a game-changer. 🍛🥣
The Mathri Mate: The thick, spicy masala from the Kathal jar is the perfect topping for crispy Mathris during evening tea. 🥨☕
🤝 Handcrafted by Rural Women Artisans
Preparing jackfruit—peeling the tough skin and cutting the sticky fruit—is a task that requires skill and patience. Our rural women artisans handle this difficult process by hand, ensuring every piece is cleaned and cut perfectly. By choosing Baya India, you are bringing home a jar of traditional craftsmanship while supporting the financial independence of women in rural India. ❤️🇮🇳
Experience the hearty, smoky, and sun-matured soul of the Kathal!
👉 Shop our Traditional Kathal Pickle (in Mustard Oil) at www.BayaIndia.com.
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