What to Eat With Garlic Pickle: 8 Easy Pakistani Pairings
Garlic pickle (lahsan ka achar) is one of those jars that disappears fast in Pakistani homes. The cloves soak up the masala and oil, so every bite is bold, tangy and a little spicy. If you have a jar of Zouq Garlic Pickle and want new ways to use it, start here.
1. Daal chawal
The classic. Plain rice and yellow daal are simple on purpose, and one or two garlic cloves with a little masala on the side lift the whole plate.
2. Aloo or plain paratha
Tear a piece of hot paratha and scoop up a clove with its masala. With aloo paratha and a bowl of dahi, it makes a complete breakfast.
3. Biryani and pulao
Rich rice dishes need something sharp next to them. Garlic pickle cuts through the richness better than a plain salad.
4. BBQ, tikka and kebabs
Put a small bowl of garlic pickle on the table with raita and naan. Chop a few cloves and mix into the raita for a quick garlic-dahi dip.
5. Anda paratha and omelettes
A spoon of the masala folded into a desi omelette gives it an instant achari taste. No extra spices needed.
6. Sandwiches and wraps
Chop the cloves finely and spread them with a little mayo or butter inside a chicken sandwich or shami kebab roll.
7. Khichdi
Soft, mild khichdi and a spicy garlic clove are a comfort-food pair, especially on a rainy day.
8. Dahi and roti
For a light dinner, a bowl of plain dahi, a fresh roti and a little garlic pickle is all you need.
Keeping your pickle at its best
Always use a clean, dry spoon and close the lid tightly after use, so the pickle stays fresh for longer.
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