Description
Pickle Karam (Chilli Powder)
Pickle Karam, also known as Pacchadi Karam in Andhra, is a traditional chilli powder specially used for preparing homemade pickles. Unlike regular chilli powder or spice blends, this Pickle Karam contains no added spices or salt — it is made simply from our 100% desi variety dried red chillies.
We use the traditional Avakaya chilli variety, also known as Utharadi Kayalu, a chilli variety traditionally preferred for Andhra pickles. This variety is known for its rich natural aroma and comparatively smoother, milder heat, making it especially suited for pickle preparation.
Pickle Karam is traditionally used for Avakaya (Mango Pickle), Maagaya (Sun-Dried Raw Mango Pickle), and Thokku Pickle, and is also widely used in different varieties of homemade pickles.
What makes our Pickle Karam especially special is that we use the same chilli variety for our Curry Karam, which is loved for its distinctive aroma and balanced heat. The chillies are traditionally pounded to preserve their characteristic aroma and flavour.
Best Suited For
Avakaya (Mango Pickle), Maagaya (Sun-Dried Raw Mango Pickle), Thokku Pickle and all kinds of homemade Andhra-style pickles.
How to Use
Use the required quantity according to your pickle recipe. Since this powder contains only the chilli powder and no salt or additional spices, add salt and other ingredients separately as required by your recipe.
Storage
Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight. Keep the pack tightly closed after opening.
