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Amchur

Mangifera indica (source fruit) Allergen-Free
Amchur

Sourcing & Taxonomy

  • Family Anacardiaceae
  • Primary Cuisine South Asian
  • Seasonality Year-Round (processed)
  • Source Unripe Green Mangoes

Qu'est-ce que le/la/l'Amchur ?

A souring agent made from dried, unripe green mangoes, ground into a powder, widely used in Indian cuisine.

Quel goût a le/la/l'Amchur ?

Le/La/L'Amchur a un goût tart, sour, fruity, tangy avec des arômes fruity, pungent, sour.

Taste
Tart, Sour, Fruity, Tangy
Texture
Fine Powder
Aroma
Fruity, Pungent, Sour
Acidity
High

Technical Metrics

Valeurs nutritionnelles

Per 5g (1 tsp)
Calories330 kcal
Total Fat0.5 g
Saturated Fat0 g
Trans Fat0 g
Cholesterol0 mg
Protein2 g
Total Carbohydrate80 g
Dietary Fiber18 g
Total Sugars15 g
Calcium40 mg
Iron2 mg
Potassium200 mg

Le secret du chef

Add amchur towards the end of cooking to preserve its tangy flavor, as prolonged heat can diminish it.

Substituts & Proportions pour Amchur

Le meilleur substitut pour le/la/l'Amchur est Lemon Juice, à utiliser dans un rapport de 1 tsp amchur : 1.5 tsp lemon juice. Good for tartness in liquid-based dishes, but lacks mango flavor.

Substituts pour Amchur avec proportions
Substitut Proportion Idéal pour
Lemon Juice Meilleur 1 tsp amchur : 1.5 tsp lemon juice Good for tartness in liquid-based dishes, but lacks mango flavor.
Tamarind Paste 1 tsp amchur : 1/2 tsp tamarind paste Offers similar sourness with a distinct sweet-sour profile, darker color.
Sumac 1:1 Provides a fruity, tart flavor, but less intense than amchur.
Lime Juice 1 tsp amchur : 1.5 tsp lime juice Very similar to lemon juice, provides bright acidity.

Comment choisir et conserver le/la/l'Amchur

Look for a fine, pale brown powder; store in an airtight container away from light.

Quels accords culinaires avec le/la/l'Amchur ?

  • Lentils
  • Chickpeas
  • Vegetables
  • Curries
  • Marinades
  • Chutneys
  • Chaat.

Questions fréquentes

Quel goût a le Amchur ?

Tart, Sour, Fruity, Tangy Fruity, Pungent, Sour

Quel est un bon substitut pour Amchur ?

Le meilleur substitut est Lemon Juice (1 tsp amchur : 1.5 tsp lemon juice). Good for tartness in liquid-based dishes, but lacks mango flavor.

Comment choisir et conserver le Amchur ?

Look for a fine, pale brown powder; store in an airtight container away from light.

Ingrédients Spice associés

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