Mango Sasav ( Swadisht Subzian)

Sasav, which means mustard seeds in Konkani, is the main flavouring ingredient for this tantalizing sweet and sour mango dish. Traditionally, small, whole mangoes are used. You may, however, use diced mangoes as shown here, to make it easier to serve and relish.

Preparation Time: 10 mins
Cooking Time: 10 mins
Makes 4 servings

Ingredients

2 cups mango cubes
1 cup fresh grated coconut
1 tsp mustard seeds ( rai / sarson)
1/4 tsp turmeric powder (haldi)
1 1/2 tsp chilli powder
1 1/2 tsp tamarind (imli) pulp
7 to 8 black peppercorns (kalimirch)
2 tsp jaggery (gur)
salt to taste

 

Method

1. Dry roast the mustard seeds in a pan till they crackle.
2. Grind together all the ingredients except the mango pieces with ½ cup water to make a paste.
3. Pour the mixture into a pan and bring to a boil.
4. Add the jaggery, salt and mango pieces and simmer for 2 minutes.
5. Serve hot with steamed rice.

RECIPE SOURCE :Mango Sasav by Tarla Dalal