Made from thick, fresh, tender, bright red chillies, JhaJi's Lal Mirch Bharua Achar is a must have pickle prepared in traditional Bihari style using a rich blend of spices, and very limited mustard oil.
The seeds are first removed to empty the red chili. A masala mix is prepared with a variety of spices, mustard oil, and red chili seeds. Finally, the masala is stuffed into the red chili to prepare the pickle.
Ingredients used in the Red Chilli Pickle
include Red Chilli, Mustard Seeds, Black Mustard, Coriander Powder, Cumin, Carom Seeds, Fenugreek, Nigella Seeds, Turmeric, Red Chilli Powder, Amchoor, Black Salt, Salt, and Mustard Oil.
RECIPE: How we make the Lal Mirch ka Bharwa Achar
The process of preparation begins with the red chilies arriving to our kitchen factory. Our team of expert pickle makers first sort the chilies for proper quality, size, and colour, and cut off their tails.
It is then washed thoroughly and left out in the sun to dry for a couple of hours.
Thereafter begins the work of removing the seeds from the chilies to make space for the masala mix to be stuffed.
The seeds, that are taken out, are mixed into the spices along with mustard oil. These seeds add a unique flavour and texture to the spice mix.
Eventually, the red chilies are stuffed with the masala mix one-at-a-time. It’s a very delicate process and the red chilies must retain their shape and form once the filling is complete.
The red chilies are then arranged over a butter paper in a सूप (traditional Bihari kitchen utility made with bamboo) for sun-drying. It takes about 7-10 days of sun for the pickle to be ready.
Lal Mirch Bharua Pickle is the most loved pickle across Bihar, and among the top 3 bestsellers at JhaJi Store. It is relished locally with Dal-Chawal, Choora-Dahi, Poori-Bhujiya!
You’re likely to spot this pickle in tiffins, or lunch boxes locals carry to work 😊
Lal Mirch ka Bharua Achar or Stuffed Red Chilli Pickle is sold as part of Mithila Pickles , Spicy Pickles and All Pickle Collection on JhaJi Store.
Customer Reviews
Amazing taste
Nice taste... Exactly tasted same like my nani used to make..
We tried number of other brands but Jha ji ka RED CHILI ACHAAR is the BEST 👌Our Best Wishes.
Namaste Ji,
Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback! ️❤️
We’re truly delighted to know that our Red Chili Achar stood out among the rest and became your favorite. Your best wishes mean a lot to us!
Sending lots of love and spice your way! 🙏😊
~ Rajan
Very nice and tasty pickle only the thing was about packing otherwise taste was very nice
Namaste Ji,
Thank you so much for your kind words and for appreciating the taste of our pickle! 😊🙏
We're sorry to hear there was an issue with the packaging. We truly value your feedback and will share it with our packaging team to ensure better experience next time.
Thanks again for your support! ❤️
~ Rajan
Good taste
Thank you! 😊
We’re so glad you liked the taste.
~ Rajan
I boughtlal mirchi achar it is very good qualityand test with nice packing
Namaste Ji,
Thank you so much for your kind words! 😊
We're thrilled to know you liked the Lal Mirchi Achar — both in taste and quality, and that the packaging met your expectations.
Your support means a lot to us! 🙏
Enjoy it with your favorite meals! ️❤️
~ Rajan
Very tasty..just work on packaging
Namaste Ji,
Thank you so much! 😊
We’re happy to know you loved the taste. We'll surely work on improving the packaging to ensure a better experience next time. 🙏
~ Rajan
Natural taste
Namaste Ji,
Thank you! 😊
We’re glad you loved the natural taste of our pickles — just like ghar ka bana hua achaar.
~ Rajan
I luv the taste and while eating with paratha and dal chawal.It was just wow
Namaste Ji,
Thank you so much!
We're so happy to know you loved the taste — nothing beats achar with paratha and dal chawal!
Your words made our day 😊
~ Rajan
The taste is awesome.
Namaste Ji,
Thank you so much! 😊 We’re happy you loved the taste.
~ Rajan