--- title: "Spicy & Tangy Pickles | Authentic Handmade Punjabi Achar" description: "Discover the bold flavors of authentic, handmade spicy and tangy pickles by Chef Poonam. Traditional recipes, preservative-free, and delivered pan-India." canonical: https://mytribe.in/spoona_licious/homemade-indian-pickles/spicy-tangy-pickles-teekha-aur-chatpata last_updated: 2025-09-16 --- # Authentic Spicy & Tangy Punjabi Pickles Tribe Verified · Handmade, preservative-free, delivered pan-India. By [Spoonalicious](https://mytribe.in/spoona_licious) · Ships across India · ₹450 per kg (estimate) Part of [Homemade Indian Pickles](https://mytribe.in/spoona_licious/homemade-indian-pickles). [View full gallery](https://mytribe.in/spoona_licious/homemade-indian-pickles/gallery) From my kitchen to yours, these are the recipes I grew up with. If you crave that proper, homestyle kick of spice, you have come to the right place. ## Photos and videos - ![This is my Bharwa Hari Mirch achaar. I carefully stuff each fresh green chili with a flavourful masala mix that is spicy but not overpowering. It's a real treat for those who love a bit of heat.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/b2b35881-9b86-4e90-8d6f-62b000db96a5) - ![A close-up of the masala stuffing inside the green chilies. You can see the rich, coarse texture of the freshly ground spices. I make sure every chili is generously filled.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/08168ffe-d75e-4d6b-88dd-7d7774649054) - [Video: Watch me prepare the famous Banarsi Lal Mirch achaar. I use bright red chilies and stuff them with a fragrant, spicy filling. The process is done entirely by hand to ensure the best quality.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/14780ef6-f793-49ab-b6a6-e4c214daec71) - ![My Gud ki Mirch pickle offers a beautiful balance of sweet and spicy. The jaggery (gud) cuts the heat of the green chilies, creating a delicious sweet and hot condiment that is very addictive.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/a740c14d-58cd-43b0-9a14-ce15111452a0) - ![This Ambi Hari Mirchi pickle is a new favorite. It combines the tang of raw mango (ambi) with the mild heat of green chilies. It has become a bestseller for its unique spicy and sour flavour.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/1e5f376c-e2b2-4d55-8484-88db3b636ad7) - ![Preparing a fresh batch of Hari Mirch Bharwa pickle. You can see the fresh green chilies ready to be stuffed with my homemade masala paste.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/1cae7f18-f77d-42d8-ae32-7733ea4061d0) - ![The heart of my Bharwa Mirch pickle is this rich masala. I use a blend of traditional spices which I roast and grind myself to get that perfect aroma and taste.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/c8aea66e-b58a-496a-b07a-897fe0e20a76) ## About Spicy & Tangy Pickles (Teekha aur Chatpata) Getting the spice balance right is a labor of love, and I personally hand-stuff every green and red chili to ensure the masala is perfectly coated. Because I use zero artificial preservatives, make sure to use a bone-dry spoon every time you serve, as moisture is the enemy of a long-lasting pickle. Making a real Punjabi achaar is about patience and the right spices. I never rely on machines or bulk processing. Instead, I roast the fennel, methi, and kalonji seeds myself to ensure the aroma hits you the moment you open the jar. My approach is what we call 'latpata'—the chilies are richly coated in this fresh masala paste rather than floating in excess oil. Whether it is the classic Bharwa Hari Mirch or the Banarsi Lal Mirch, every single chili is slit and stuffed by hand. I use Kacchi Ghani mustard oil, which is heated and cooled to provide that traditional, pungent base that preserves the ingredients naturally without needing vinegar or synthetic preservatives. If you are trying the Gud ki Mirch, you will notice how the jaggery mellows the heat of the chilies, making it a perfect side for your daily dal-roti. Since these are made fresh in small batches, the taste is always lively and punchy, not dull or mass-market. These pickles are meant to be savored, and with proper, moisture-free storage, they stay fresh for up to a year, keeping that 'swaad aa gaya' feeling alive in every meal. ## About Spoonalicious I am Poonam, and Spoonalicious is my way of sharing the warmth of a Punjabi kitchen with you. Every jar of pickle here is made by my own hands, using spices I roast and grind myself, just like my dadi taught me. 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