Description
Fyonli Bitter Gourd Pickle is a karela ka achar made with 64% bitter gourd, cold-pressed mustard oil, vinegar and whole spices, packed by hand in small lots with no added colour or preservative.
Karela achar is a pickle for people who like bitter on purpose. Here bitter gourd is 64% of the jar, cured with salt and mustard oil, then spiced with Kashmiri red chilli, fennel, turmeric, cumin and fenugreek.
What Is Bitter Gourd Pickle?
Bitter gourd (karela) is sliced, salted and sun-rested, then packed in cold-pressed mustard oil with whole spices. The result is a sharp, savoury pickle where the bitterness is softened by the oil and spice.
Why This Pickle Stands Out
- 64% bitter gourd as the main ingredient.
- Cold-pressed mustard oil and vinegar as the base.
- Whole spices — Kashmiri red chilli, fennel, turmeric, mustard seed, cumin, fenugreek, asafoetida.
- No added colour, no preservatives, per the label.
- Hand-packed in small lots.
Bitter Gourd Pickle vs Typical Karela Pickle
| What you are buying | Typical Karela Pickle | Fyonli Bitter Gourd Pickle |
|---|---|---|
| Bitter gourd content | Often unstated | 64%, printed on the label |
| Oil | Refined or blended oil is common | Cold-pressed mustard oil |
| Preservatives and colour | Frequently added | None added, per the label |
| Batch | Factory scale | Small batch, hand-packed |
Bitter Gourd Pickle Nutrition (per 100 g)
| Nutrient | Per 100 g |
|---|---|
| Energy | 145 kcal |
| Protein | 1.9 g |
| Carbohydrate | 5.4 g |
| Total sugars | 1.6 g |
| Total fat | 13.2 g |
| Saturated fat | 1.6 g |
| Trans fat | 0 g |
| Sodium | 3024 mg |
Values are from the pack label, per 100 g. Pickles are eaten by the teaspoon.
Ingredients & Allergens
Ingredients: Bitter gourd (64%), cold-pressed mustard oil, vinegar, salt, Kashmiri red chilli, fennel (saunf), turmeric, mustard seeds (rai), cumin, fenugreek, asafoetida.
Allergens: Contains mustard. Asafoetida may contain wheat (gluten). Packed by M/s Fyonli Organics, H. No. 195, Bewal (30), Mahendragarh, Haryana – 123021 (FSSAI Reg. No. 20826012000056).
How Do You Eat Bitter Gourd Pickle?
Serve 1 teaspoon with meals, using a clean, dry spoon, and keep the oil above the pickle.
- Take 1 teaspoon with a clean, dry spoon.
- Serve with dal-rice, khichdi or plain parathas.
- Keep the oil above the pickle.
- Close the lid tightly.
Serving Ideas
- Plain parathas and curd.
- Khichdi or dal-chawal as the sharp side.
- In a roti roll with a smear of ghee.
How Is It Made?
Cut, salted and sun-rested in small lots, then packed by hand, as the jar label puts it. Packed by M/s Fyonli Organics, Mahendragarh, Haryana.
Storage & Shelf Life
Store in a cool, dry place, use a clean dry spoon and keep the oil above the pickle. Best before 9 months from packing, per the jar label.
Who Is Bitter Gourd Pickle For?
- Karela fans who want the bitter note kept.
- Pickle collectors who like unusual flavours.
- Gifters putting together a pickle set.
Not for first-time pickle eaters who dislike bitterness, and not for anyone with a mustard allergy.
Bitter Gourd Pickle FAQs
What is in Fyonli Bitter Gourd Pickle?
Bitter gourd (64%), cold-pressed mustard oil, vinegar, salt, Kashmiri red chilli, fennel, turmeric, mustard seeds, cumin, fenugreek and asafoetida.
Is the pickle very bitter?
Karela is naturally bitter. The mustard oil, salt and spices round it out, but expect a bold flavour.
Does it contain preservatives?
The label states no preservatives and no added colour.
How do I store it?
In a cool, dry place with a clean dry spoon, keeping the oil above the pickle.
Does it contain allergens?
It contains mustard, and asafoetida may contain wheat (gluten).
What does delivery cost for Bitter Gourd Pickle?
Orders of ₹499 or more ship free across India. Below ₹499, standard delivery is ₹79. Add a second item if your order is below ₹499.
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