🍋 White Lime Pickle – Mild, Tangy & Traditional Kerala Achar

AdukkalaOnline’s White Lime Pickle (also called Velutha Naranga Achar in Malayalam) is a classic Kerala pickle made with sun-aged limes, green chillies, and ginger, preserved in salt and oil — without the use of turmeric or red chilli powder. Unlike red lime pickle, this version is subtly spiced and focuses on the natural sourness and bitterness of the lime, creating a balanced, tangy, and mildly pungent taste.

Often made using native Indian limes (naranga) and aged over weeks, white lime pickle develops a depth of flavor that intensifies over time. It is a

Perfect for pairing with curd rice, kanji, or Kerala sadya meals.

📜 A Bit of History & Tradition:

This pickle is deeply rooted in Kerala’s traditional food culture, where pickling was a method of preserving seasonal produce for monsoons. The absence of turmeric and red chilli in white lime pickle reflects its Ayurvedic influence, where it was considered more cooling and suitable for sensitive stomachs.

In many families, it is also served during Vratham (fasting days) and Sadhya feasts, symbolizing purity, simplicity, and digestive balance.

✅ Why Our White Lime Pickle Stands Out

• 🍋 Made from hand-selected, naturally matured white limes
  

• 🌶️ Mild spices – ideal for those who prefer less heat

• 🧂 No artificial colors, preservatives

• 🫙 Aged naturally to develop deep, mellow flavor

• 🍽️ Perfect accompaniment to daily meals and festive spreads