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Amchur
India (North India primarily)Available year-roundFruity, tart, tangy
Did You Know?
Amchur is made from unripe green mangoes that are sliced, sun-dried, and ground. One teaspoon contains the souring power of about half a lime — making it very efficient in dry spice blends.
Overview
India (North India primarily) · Available year-round · spices
Amchur (amchoor) is dried unripe mango powder used as a souring agent in Indian cooking. It provides a fruity, tangy, and slightly sweet sourness without adding liquid.
India (North India primarily)
Origin
Available year-round
Season
Easy
Difficulty
spices
Category
Flavor Profile
Fruitytarttangyslightly sweetconcentrated mango sourness
Storage Tips
Airtight container in a cool, dark place up to 1 year. Clumps with moisture — store with care.
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How to Cook with Amchur
Recipes, pairings, substitutes, and professional tips
Cooking Tips
Add to chaat, samosas filling, curries, chutneys, and marinades. Use as a dry substitute for lemon juice. Add at end of cooking to preserve tartness.
Best Pairings
potatochickpeachaatsamosapaneerlentilscucumber
Substitutes
Lemon juice, tamarind powder, sumac, kokum powder
Nutrition & Health Benefits
The nutritional profile and health properties of Amchur
Nutrition Highlights
fat
0.9
carbs
78
fiber
1.6
protein
2.5
calories
320
Quick Facts
Categoryspices
OriginIndia (North India primarily)
SeasonAvailable year-round
DifficultyEasy
Health Benefits
Rich in vitamin C and antioxidants. Aids digestion, promotes iron absorption when eaten with iron-rich foods.
Amchur Photos
4 photos showcasing Amchur in its many forms
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Amchur
spices
OriginIndia (North India primarily)
SeasonAvailable year-round
DifficultyEasy
Flavor Notes
Fruitytarttangyslightly sweetconcentrated mango sourness
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potatochickpeachaatsamosapaneerlentilscucumber
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