Achard Legumes, Mauritian Spicy Pickled Vegetables with Turmeric
Ingredients
- About 2 heaping cups of finely julienned veggies (e.g. carrots
- cabbage
- green beans
- cauliflower
- pepper bells)
- 1 onion finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon grated turmeric root
- 3 tablespoons black mustard seeds
- 2 tablespoons crushed garlic
- 4-5 tbsp. vegetable oil
- salt to taste
- sliced green chile pepper to taste (jalapeno or Serrano)
- 2 tablespoons white vinegar
Preparation
Quick blanch the julienned veggies and onion
Blend together mustard seeds, turmeric, garlic, onion, and a little of water to make a paste
Heat oil, add the spice paste and salt, saute over very low heat until fragrant
Add vegetables and chile pepper, stir to coat
Remove from heat
Allow to cool and stir in the vinegar
Store in a jar and serve the next day so the flavors can infuse