Lemon Chilli Pickle | लिंबू मिरची लोणचे

Our lemon chilli pickle is traditionally handcrafted by 50-year-old Asha Jadhav, a passionate lady based in Satara, who has devoted herself to preserving authentic Indian flavours. She also brings together many women in Satara, forming a community of artisans who carefully prepare this zesty delight with love and dedication.

Freshly picked lemons and tender green chillies are sliced and sun-cured to enhance their natural tang and spice. These are then blended with aromatic spices and saindhav salt for a tangy, chilli-led flavour.

Finally, the ingredients are immersed in cold-pressed groundnut oil, allowing the flavours to mature slowly over time. Prepared in small batches, this pickle embodies traditional homemade craftsmanship and the collective strength of Satara's women, bringing tang, heat and heritage to everyday meals.

Key Highlights & Benefits

• Cold-Pressed Groundnut Oil: Made with 100% cold-pressed groundnut oil, as stated on the sticker.
• Tangy & Spicy: Lemon tang meets the heat of green chillies.
• Handcrafted in Small Batches: Prepared by Asha Jadhav and a group of women artisans in Satara.
• Traditional Homemade Recipe: Sun-cured lemons and chillies blended with spices and saindhav salt.
• No Artificial Preservatives: As stated on the product sticker.

• Ingredients: Green chillies, lemon, cold-pressed groundnut oil, turmeric powder, jeera (cumin), coriander seeds, hing (asafoetida) and saindhav salt.
• Shelf Life: 12 months from manufacture, as recorded in the existing product information. Check the manufacturing and expiry dates printed on your pack; opening does not start a new shelf-life period.
• Allergen Information: Contains groundnut oil. The sticker states that this product is processed in a facility that also processes wheat, soybean, mustard, celery, nuts and dry fruits.

Approximate values reproduced from the product sticker, per 100g. Serving size: 5g. Number of servings: 60.

*%RDA values are reproduced as printed on the sticker. Recommended Dietary Allowance is calculated on the basis of 2000 kcal energy for a moderate adult, as stated on the sticker. A dash means no %RDA is printed for that nutrient. Refer to your pack for the complete nutrition declaration.

Asha Jadhav, Our Maker from Satara

At 50, Asha Jadhav balances the responsibilities of her home with running her food-making enterprise in Satara. Alongside caring for her household, she leads work that provides employment to more than 20 women, bringing a shared love of traditional cooking into their everyday livelihoods.

For PIP AGRO, Asha Tai and her team make a varied range of chutneys, festive Diwali faral and several kinds of pickles. Each recipe has its own character, yet there is a familiar thread running through them: the warmth and flavour of food made in an Indian home kitchen.

What keeps us coming back to her food is the taste. Across such a varied range, her recipes remind us of our grandmothers’ cooking, the traditions of the Indian kitchen and the flavours we grew up with. It is that feeling of home, as much as the individual recipe, that we want to share with you.

Behind these familiar flavours is Asha Tai’s daily effort, balancing home and work while creating opportunities for other women in Satara. We are proud to bring her food to your table and share the story of the women who make it.

Why We Choose Cold-Pressed Groundnut Oil

Groundnut oil is central to this recipe, bringing together the lemon, green chillies and spice blend as the pickle matures. The sticker specifies 100% cold-pressed groundnut oil.

A Traditional Recipe, Made Together

This pickle reflects Asha's dedication to homemade recipes and the collective work of Satara's women artisans. The sticker identifies Asha Jadhav and her group as its makers and lists Asha Foods, Satara, as the manufacturer. It states that no artificial preservatives are used.

• A Flavourful Side: Adds lemon tang and green chilli heat to a simple meal.
• Traditional Ingredients: Made with cold-pressed groundnut oil, spices and saindhav salt.
• Handmade by Women Artisans: Prepared in small batches by Asha Jadhav and her group in Satara.
• No Artificial Preservatives: As stated on the sticker.

1. With Dal-Rice: Serve a small spoonful for a tangy, spicy contrast.

2. With Chapati or Bhakri: Pair with everyday vegetables and flatbreads.

3. Alongside Parathas or Thepla: Enjoy with plain or stuffed parathas, thepla and curd.

4. With Curd Rice or Khichdi: Add a little pickle to lift a mild meal.

5. With Snacks or in Your Lunchbox: Serve a small portion alongside light meals, packed separately in a tightly closed food-safe container.

• Keep Cool and Dry: Store in cool, dry, hygienic conditions away from sunlight.
• Keep Tightly Closed: Close the lid securely after serving. If transferring, use a clean, completely dry, airtight food-grade container.
• Use a Dry Spoon: Serve with a clean, dry spoon and keep water out of the jar.
• After Opening: Refrigerate in an airtight container to maintain freshness.
• Follow the Pack Dates: Shelf life is 12 months from manufacture, not from opening. Check the manufacturing and expiry dates on your pack.