Avakayi (Mango Pickle)

The undisputed raju of the pantry! Opening this jar is like getting a spicy, garlicky amamma hug. It’s the ultimate comfort food and the absolute fastest cure for a boring bhojanam—just add a mountain of vedi vedi annam, an irresponsible amount of neyyi, and prepare for pure swargam!
The Magic Ingredients:
 * Crunchy pachi mamidikaya (raw green mangoes)
 * Spicy karam (red chili powder)
 * Aava pindi (mustard powder)
 * Whole vellulli (garlic) pods (the absolute best part!)
 * Menthulu (fenugreek)
 * Nuvvula nune (sesame oil)
 * Kalluppu (crystal salt)