The Flavor Bag Amtekai Pickle in a glass jar with a small bowl of pickle. Traditional South Indian recipe.
The Flavor Bag Amtekai Pickle in a glass jar, a traditional South Indian pickle with a bold, balanced flavour.
The Flavor Bag Amtekai Pickle in a glass jar, featuring traditional South Indian ingredients and small-batch preparation.

Amtekai Hog Plum Pickle

₹ 285.00

Net Weight: 250g

Description

Amtekai Pickle is a rare, traditional Karnataka pickle made from wild hog plum — a small, intensely tart fruit that grows seasonally and is treasured in South Indian kitchens for its sharp, unmistakable sourness.

Unlike mango pickles, Amtekai has a deeper, earthier tang — bold enough to wake up a plate of plain rice, gentle enough to sit alongside curd rice or a simple dal. It's the pickle that old Karnataka households always had tucked away in a ceramic bharani, waiting for the right season.

Why you'll love it
• Made with wild-harvested hog plum (Amtekai)
• Cold-pressed gingelly (sesame) oil
• Zero preservatives, no artificial colour
• Small-batch, authentic Karnataka recipe

Best enjoyed with
Hot rice with ghee, curd rice, akki rotti, or dosa.

Storage
Store in a cool, dry place. Always use a dry spoon. Stays fresh for up to 12 months.

Made with cold-pressed gingelly oil, rock salt, and sun-dried spices. No refined oils. No vinegar. No artificial preservatives. The same recipe our family has followed for three generations.

  • Store in a cool, dry place before opening
  • Always use a dry spoon — moisture is the only enemy
  • No refrigeration needed before opening; salt and gingelly oil are natural preservatives
  • Refrigerate after opening and consume within 30–45 days for best flavour

Shelf Life: 18 months from date of manufacture
Net Weight: 250g
Packaging: Food-grade glass jar
Best Before (once opened): 30–45 days
Storage: Keep in a cool, dry place. Refrigerate after opening.
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Amtekai Hog Plum Pickle
₹ 285.00
Heritage in every jar

Hand-Packed. Cold-Pressed. Three Generations Old.

At The Flavor Bag, every jar of Amtekai Hog Plum Pickle is made the way our grandmother made it — cold-pressed gingelly oil, rock salt, and patience. No industrial machines. No shortcuts. Small batches, prepared in our kitchen, sealed at peak flavour.

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Cold-pressed gingelly oil
Traditional choice — preserves naturally, adds depth without overpowering the ingredient.
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Zero preservatives
Rock salt and gingelly oil are the only preservatives we need. Exactly as the original recipe intended.
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Three generations
Same ratios, same method. The recipe hasn’t changed because it doesn’t need to.
No Refined OilsZero VinegarRock Salt Only

Frequently asked questions

How long do your pickles last once opened?
Refrigerate after opening and consume within 30–45 days for best flavour. Unopened, they stay fresh for 18 months from the date of manufacture.
What oil do you use in your pickles?
Cold-pressed gingelly oil (sesame oil) — the traditional choice for South Indian pickles. It preserves naturally and adds depth of flavour without overpowering the ingredient.
Do your pickles contain preservatives or vinegar?
No. We use no vinegar, no artificial preservatives, and no refined oils. Rock salt and gingelly oil are the only preservatives — the same way it’s been done for generations.
Do I need to refrigerate before opening?
No refrigeration needed before opening. Store in a cool, dry place. Always use a dry spoon to avoid moisture entering the jar.