Traditional mango pickle, Bihari-style — raw mango pieces, sun-matured in mustard oil, with no shortcuts and no preservatives.
Made the way summer used to demand.
Achar-making in Bihar has always been a seasonal ritual — raw mangoes cut and laid out under the summer sun to dry, before being mixed with mustard oil, mustard seed powder, and spices, then left to mature in the same sun for days or weeks.
Bihari achar is known for its bold, unapologetic use of mustard oil and mustard seed — sharper and more pungent than the milder pickles found further north, a style shaped entirely by local taste and tradition.
That's the process we've stayed loyal to at Tohar — real raw mango, real sun, real mustard oil, and enough patience to let it mature properly instead of rushing it with vinegar or preservatives.
General footage of a traditional mango pickle being made — not Tohar's own kitchen, but the same mustard-oil pickling process.
Typical values for oil-based mango pickle, per 100g — general reference figures for this food category (calories vary meaningfully with oil content), not a lab-tested analysis of this specific batch. Get in touch if you'd like more detail.
| Nutrient | Typical Amount |
|---|---|
| Energy | ~150–250 kcal |
| Fat | ~10–18 g |
| Carbohydrates | ~12 g |
| Sugars (natural, from fruit) | ~8 g |
| Sodium | ~246 mg |
Tradition with a purpose.
Sun-ripening and slow maturation, not vinegar or artificial acids, is what gives this achar its depth.
Traditionally made pickles can support beneficial gut bacteria — unlike vinegar-preserved, mass-produced versions.
Mustard oil, the traditional base for this achar, is a natural source of omega-3 fatty acids.
Mustard seed and everyday spices in the mix are known to stimulate digestive enzymes.
Raw mango is naturally rich in Vitamin C, much of which carries through into the pickle.
Turmeric and chilli in the spice mix carry natural antioxidant compounds like curcumin.
General wellness information based on published research on traditional Indian pickles — not medical advice. Speak with a healthcare professional for guidance specific to you.
Simple pairings, done right.