Chhundo

Chhundo

Chhundo
Alternative names Chundo
Course Side dish
Place of origin India
Region or state Gujarat
Serving temperature At room temperature
Main ingredients Mango and sugar syrup
Variations Served spiced with red chilies
Cookbook: Chhundo  Media: Chhundo

Chhundo (Gujarati: છૂંદો, Hindi: छुन्दो ) is a kind of Indian pickle preparation as well as a condiment mostly made out of grated ripe mangoes, used in South Asian cuisine as an accompaniment to the main meal that consists of Roti, Sabzi and other food items.[1] However, it is a generic form of preparation that can be made with various fruits and vegetables. Chhundo is particularly a Gujarati dish but is consumed across India.

Since mango is a seasonal fruit and is available in abundance only in summer in India (April–July), most mango pickles are made during this time with oil or sugar base and then preserved in large glass containers. This way Chhundo and other pickles are available for consumption throughout the year.[2]

Etymology

Chhundo, literally translated in Gujarati means crushed.[3] Although sources of its origin are unknown, along with other popular Indian pickles, Chhundo and Murabbo, two types of mango relishes are commonly consumed in daily Gujarati meals.[4]

History

Chhundo is believed to have originated in the Kathiawar region of Gujarat.[5]

Preparation and variations

Chhundo with items used in its preparation

As mentioned earlier, although the most popular variety of Chhundo is the one prepared with grated mangoes, other variations such as pineapple Chhundo.

Nutrition

A serving of 20 grams (0.71 oz) of Chhundo contains 61 calories, no fat or cholesterol, 124 milligrams (1.91 gr) of Sodium and 15 grams (0.53 oz) gms of carbohydrates. Since it is prepared and preserved in sugar syrup, its main energy component is sugar. It also provides Vitamin C and Vitamin A.[6]

See also

References

  1. ↑ Ahmedabad City, Ahmedabad History, Ahmedabad Attractions, Ahmedabad Accommodation
  2. ↑ Hemant'S Cookery Corner
  3. ↑ "છૂંદવું" in Gujarati To English Dictionary | Online Dictionary | Free Dictionary - Gujaratilexicon
  4. ↑ Pickle recipes : SBS Food
  5. ↑ Cuisines of Gujarat, Gujarati Food, Gujarati Recipes, Gujarati Food Recipes
  6. ↑ Calories in Durbar - Chhundo | Nutrition and Health Facts

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