Lemon Pickle Jamie Oliver's

Elevate your condiment game with Jamie Oliver’s zesty Lemon Pickle, a bold and vibrant recipe that brings the perfect balance of tangy, spicy, and aromatic flavors to your table. Made with fresh lemons, fragrant spices like mustard seeds, fenugreek, and turmeric, and a hint of sweetness from sugar, this pickle is a versatile addition to any meal. The recipe combines traditional pickling techniques with a quick stovetop cooking process, enhancing the flavors while keeping it simple and approachable. Perfect as a zippy side for curries, grilled meats, or even as a wake-up-your-taste-buds spread, this Lemon Pickle is a must-try for lovers of bold, homemade condiments. Store in a glass jar and let the flavors mature for a few days to reach pickle perfection!

Nutriscore Rating: 58/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 1

Ingredients

• 6 whole lemons
• 3 tablespoons sea salt
• 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 1 teaspoon mustard seeds
• 0.5 teaspoons fenugreek seeds
• 3 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 2 teaspoons sugar
• 3 tablespoons white vinegar
• 3 whole garlic cloves (finely chopped)
• 1 tablespoon ginger (finely chopped)

Directions

Step 1

Wash and dry the lemons thoroughly. Cut each lemon into quarters, then slice each quarter into smaller wedges if desired.

Step 2

Place the lemon pieces in a large bowl. Sprinkle the sea salt over the lemons and toss to coat. Set aside for at least 1 hour to allow the lemons to soften and release their juices.

Step 3

In a small skillet, dry-roast the mustard seeds and fenugreek seeds over medium heat until fragrant (about 2 minutes). Remove from heat and grind into a coarse powder using a mortar and pestle or spice grinder.

Step 4

In a large pan, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat. Add the chopped garlic and ginger and sauté for 1-2 minutes until aromatic.

Step 5

Add the ground mustard and fenugreek seeds, turmeric powder, and chili powder to the pan. Stir to combine and cook for 1 minute.

Step 6

Stir in the salted lemons (along with any juices they’ve released), sugar, and white vinegar. Mix well to ensure the lemons are fully coated in the spice mixture.

Step 7

Lower the heat and cook for another 5-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the lemons soften further and the mixture thickens slightly.

Step 8

Remove the pan from heat and let the pickle cool completely. Transfer the mixture to a clean, sterilized glass jar.

Step 9

Store the lemon pickle in a cool, dark place for at least 3-4 days before serving to allow the flavors to develop. Refrigerate after opening.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(512.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	537.4

Total Fat 41.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 5.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 25.2g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 20982.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 50.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 12.5g	0%
Total Sugars 17.6g
Protein 6.0g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 125.8mg	0%
Iron 4.9mg	0%
Potassium 668.1mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 62.4%

Protein: 4.0%

Carbs: 33.6%