GARLIC PICKLE

Garlic has been used as both food and medicine in many cultures for thousands of years, dating back to when the Egyptian pyramids were built.Garlic is rich in antioxidants, which help destroy free radicals -- particles that can damage cell membranes, interact with genetic material, and possibly contribute to the aging process as well as the development of a number of conditions, including heart disease and cancer. There are several types of garlic preparations.One such is garlic pickle loved by many.

INGREDIENT
Garlic 200 gms
Red chilli 50 gms
Salt 100 gms
Tamarind 200 gms
Gingelly oil 250 gms
Jaggery Lemon sized
Mustard seed 3 tsp
Fenugreek powder 2 tsp

METHOD

• Grind tamarind and red chillies to a smooth paste by adding water.
• Take a heavy bottomed kadai and add half the oil. Add mustard seed for seasoning
• Add a piece of asafoetida in the oil. 
• Add the garlic and stir fry for 2 minutes.
• Add turmeric powder,salt and stir . Add the  tamarind chilli paste and stir continuously for 3 minutes.
• Keep the stove in simmer for half an hour stirring in between from the bottom.When oil leaves the sides of the vessel add the remaining oil.Stir and keep it closed for another 10 minutes. Now the excess oil will start boiling in its place. Add this time add the jaggery and fenugreek powder. Stir well and remove from stove . 
• Let it cool and store it in a air tight container.Use fresh spoon every time.