Mango Powder (amchoor)

July 23rd, 2008 filed under Spices
Mango Powder

Mango powder is made from raw green mangoes that are cut, sun-dried, and pounded into powder. Mango powder is used much like lemon. But it gives food a tangy, sour taste without adding moisture. Its tart flavor is used as a souring agent in soups, dals, vegetable dishes and chutneys.


6 Responses to “Mango Powder (amchoor)”

  1. [...] ( 1 1/2 cups) 270 g shelled pistachios* (2 cups) 100 g (3/4 cup) powdered sugar 2 Tablespoons amchoor powder (or 2 T lemon juice) 1 tablespoon lemon [...]

  2. Andrew says:

    So if I can’t find mango powder, what is the best sub?

  3. Jaya says:

    Yes. they are interchangeable in almost any dish.

  4. hugo says:

    If they don’t have Amchoor Powder in Europe can I use Lemon Juice

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