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Amtekai Gojju

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Amtekai Gojju

Amtekai Gojju is a vegetarian lunch from Karnataka. It is made with raw mango and jaggery. This recipe serves 4 and takes about 45 min. One serving has about 150 kcal, 2 g protein, 25 g carbs and 6 g fat.

Did you know? This sweet-sour Karnataka chutney uses seasonal raw mango. "Gojju" refers to the thick, jam-like consistency perfect for rice mixing. The jaggery balances mango's tartness. Modern versions might include garlic or fenugreek. Perfect with curd rice or dosa. The tempering with mustard and curry leaves is essential. The mangoes are cooked until pulpy but retain some texture. A pantry staple that stays fresh for weeks. The flavors intensify over time - make in batches.

Updated 15 June 2025 · nutrition is an estimate per serving

Diet: Vegetarian
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: Karnataka
Calories: 150 kcal
Protein: 2 g
Style: Healthy
Serves: 4
Prep: 20 min
Cook: 25 min
Level: Easy

Ingredients (serves 4)

2 raw mango
2 tbsp jaggery
1 tsp tamarind pulp (optional)
2 tbsp sesame oil
1 tsp mustard seeds
¼ tsp fenugreek seeds
¼ pinch asafoetida
8 curry leaves
2 dried red chilli
¼ tsp turmeric powder

1 tsp red chilli powder

1 tsp coriander seeds

1 tsp salt

Contains: gluten, mustard and sesame. Most hing sold in India has wheat flour; use a gluten-free hing if needed.

Main ingredients

raw mango
jaggery

Nutrition per serving

Amtekai Gojju

150kcal / serving

Protein: 2 g 5%
Carbs: 25 g 62%
Fat: 6 g 33%
Fibre: 4 g

Vitamins and minerals (approx.)
Vitamin C	60mg
Iron	2mg

How to make Amtekai Gojju

Peel the raw mangoes, discard the seed and grate or cut the flesh into small pieces.
Dry roast the coriander seeds and dried red chillies until fragrant, then grind them to a coarse powder.
Soak the tamarind in a little warm water and extract 1 tsp of pulp, if using.
Heat the sesame oil in a pan and add the mustard seeds and fenugreek seeds.
When the mustard seeds splutter, add the asafoetida, curry leaves and turmeric powder.
Add the mango pieces with a splash of water and cook on low heat until soft.
Stir in the ground spice powder, red chilli powder, salt, jaggery and tamarind pulp if using.
Simmer until the gojju thickens to a saucy consistency, then cool slightly and serve with rice.

Serves 4 · prep 20 min · cook 25 min. Taste and adjust salt and spice to your family.

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Quick answers

Is Amtekai Gojju vegetarian?

Yes. Amtekai Gojju is vegetarian: none of its main ingredients is meat, fish or egg.

How many calories are in Amtekai Gojju?

About 150 kcal per serving, with 2 g protein, 25 g carbohydrates and 6 g fat. This is an estimate; oil, ghee and portion size change it.

Where is Amtekai Gojju from?

Amtekai Gojju comes from Karnataka.

What is Amtekai Gojju made of?

The main ingredients are raw mango and jaggery.

How long does Amtekai Gojju take to make?

About 45 min in all: 20 min to prepare and 25 min to cook, plus any soaking, fermenting or marinating time in the steps.

How many people does this Amtekai Gojju recipe serve?

The quantities on this page serve 4. For more people, multiply every ingredient by the same amount.

When do you eat Amtekai Gojju?

Amtekai Gojju is usually eaten as a lunch.

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