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title: "Homemade Tangy Lemon Pickle | Authentic Achar by Monika's Foods"
description: "Discover the authentic taste of homemade lemon pickle. From zesty chatpata to sweet khatta mitha, our traditional lemon achaar is chemical-free and slow-made."
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# Homemade Tangy Lemon Pickles & Zesty Achar

Tribe Verified · Traditional sun-cured, chemical-free lemon pickles

By [Monika's Foods](https://mytribe.in/monikas_foods) · Ships across India · ₹260 Per 300g - 360g Jar (estimate)

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Bring home the zesty tang of authentic Indian pickles, made by hand with fresh seasonal lemons and traditional, slow-cured recipes.

## Photos and videos

- ![My Khatta Mitha Lemon Pickle, a perfect balance of sweet and sour. This pickle is a timeless classic, made from juicy lemons and a secret family recipe that has been passed down through generations. It's the ultimate comfort food condiment.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/78491e99-b4aa-4dba-bd17-a795747a0c0e)
- ![Here is my Chat Pata Lemon Pickle, full of zesty, tangy flavour. I use whole lemon chunks and a special blend of spices to create this mouth-watering achaar that is a true hero in any lunchbox.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/78200aed-722b-49cb-b5ff-6ff12a817c62)
- ![From my personal recipe book, straight to your plate. This graphic celebrates my Khatta Mitha Lemon Pickle, a flavour that is close to my heart and a favourite among my customers.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/a6ce7ee7-4919-4aba-b4b2-ae1169f922e8)
- ![I prepare my Khatta Mitha Lemon Pickle using Ayurvedic methods, ensuring it's free from any chemicals or preservatives. This traditional process gives it an authentic taste that you just can't find in factory-made pickles.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/0db30602-a8af-4f2a-b88d-b6f304eef02c)
- ![My Chat Pata Lemon Pickle is also handmade with care, following age-old techniques. This ensures every jar is packed with natural, zesty flavour without any artificial additives.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/22a183d0-87ce-48d1-b70b-bf6450efdd91)
- ![Take a look at the nutrition facts for my Khatta Mitha Lemon Pickle. It’s a delicious way to add flavour to your meals, with zero cholesterol and the natural goodness of Vitamin C from lemons.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/9538385c-7e7f-4263-ad6b-5133c84fe071)
- ![Here are the nutrition facts for my Chat Pata Lemon Pickle. I believe in being open about my ingredients so you can enjoy every bite with confidence.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/d46c7532-8810-43f9-90d7-5d485e7e6192)
- ![My Khatta Mitha Lemon Pickle is the perfect partner for your daily meals, adding that essential sweet and tangy flavour that elevates every dish.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/3bc2f8a6-6af7-450a-9c6e-23a6165fd9f3)
- ![Let my Chat Pata Lemon Pickle bring a zesty twist to your plate. It's a flavour explosion that pairs beautifully with parathas, rice, and all your favourite Indian dishes.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/c6d1021e-5ff9-4421-8723-d3179bbd9831)

## About Tangy & Zesty Delights

I make my pickles the old-school way, which means no artificial colors, chemical preservatives, or shortcuts. I use cold-pressed mustard oil and let the lemons sun-cure slowly to lock in that deep, authentic flavor that you won't find in mass-produced jars.

When you open a jar of my lemon pickle, you are getting the result of patient, careful work. I believe in 'Taste bhi, Sehat bhi', so my kitchen process is entirely focused on keeping things natural.

### How to Choose Your Flavor

* **Khatta Mitha Lemon:** This is my take on the classic sweet and sour balance. It works beautifully with parathas or a simple dal-rice meal when you want that extra punch of flavor without the heavy spice. It is a timeless, comfort-food staple.
* **Chat Pata Lemon:** If you want your tastebuds to wake up, this is the one. I use a distinct blend of hand-pounded spices to give it that zingy, zesty kick. It is a true tiffin hero for those boring mid-day meals.

### The 'No-Factory' Promise

Unlike commercial brands, I don't use Sodium Benzoate or synthetic additives to extend shelf life. I rely on traditional fermentation, which means every jar is alive with flavor. Because I make these in small batches, you might notice slight variations in texture or spice levels from one season to the next. That is the reality of real, homemade food. It is not about perfect consistency, but about the honest, fresh ingredients like cold-pressed Kachi Ghani oil and locally sourced lemons.

## About Monika's Foods

Namaste, I’m Monika. Every jar of lemon pickle you see here comes from my own kitchen, using my Dadi’s recipes and the purest ingredients I can find. It’s simple, honest food made for your daily meals.

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