Fiddlehead Fern Pickle

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Ingredients

200 grams	fiddlehead ferns
1 tablespoon	mustard oil
1 teaspoon	fenugreek seeds
2 teaspoons	turmeric powder
1 teaspoon	red chili powder
1 teaspoon	salt
1 cup	vinegar
2 cloves	garlic, minced
1 inch	ginger, minced

Instructions

1. 1 Clean the fiddlehead ferns thoroughly under running water to remove any dirt.
2. 2 Blanch the ferns in boiling water for 2-3 minutes, then drain and set aside.
3. 3 Heat mustard oil in a pan over medium heat.
4. 4 Add fenugreek seeds and sauté until they turn golden brown.
5. 5 Add minced garlic and ginger, and sauté for another minute.
6. 6 Add turmeric powder, red chili powder, and salt, and mix well.
7. 7 Add the blanched fiddlehead ferns to the pan and stir to coat them with the spices.
8. 8 Pour vinegar into the pan, mix well, and bring to a gentle simmer.
9. 9 Cook for 5-7 minutes until the vinegar is absorbed and the ferns are well pickled.
10. 10 Remove from heat and let it cool before serving.