Annakalpa Tomato Pickle – Spicy, Tangy & Truly South Indian
If there’s one pickle that perfectly captures the balance of tangy, spicy, and umami, it’s the classic Tomato Pickle. In South India, this isn’t just a side dish — it’s a flavor bomb that transforms plain rice, idli, dosa, or even chapati into a satisfying meal.
At Annakalpa, we stay true to tradition. Our Tomato Pickle is lovingly made from hand-picked tomatoes, slow-cooked with roasted spices, and blended in wood-pressed groundnut oil — without any preservatives, vinegar, or artificial flavors. It’s the same recipe our beloved Tulasi Paati used in her kitchen — now brought to your table, one small batch at a time.
Why Annakalpa’s Tomato Pickle is Special
We don’t believe in shortcuts — only the slow, time-tested methods that our elders followed.
✅ Tomatoes sourced from our own farms – naturally grown, free from pesticides
✅ Blended in wood-pressed groundnut oil – no refined oils or synthetic additives
✅ Spices roasted and ground fresh in-house
✅ ❌ No vinegar, no preservatives, no artificial coloring
✅ 👩🍳 Handmade in small batches by our women-led kitchen team
✅ 👵 Based on Tulasi Paati’s traditional Andhra-style recipe
✅ 🧼 Hygienically made in an FSSAI-certified facility
How We Make Our Tomato Pickle
- Tomatoes from Our Own Fields
We grow our tomatoes naturally in our own farms — no chemicals, no artificial ripening. Only sun-kissed, juicy, handpicked tomatoes make the cut.
- Slow-Cooked the Traditional Way
The chopped tomatoes are sautéed with turmeric and rock salt over a low flame. We never rush this step — allowing the tomatoes to break down and release their rich, tangy juices naturally.
- Freshly Ground Spice Mix
We dry-roast and grind mustard seeds, red chillies, fenugreek, hing, and turmeric in small batches — giving every jar a deep, smoky flavor and gentle heat.
- Tempered in Wood-Pressed Groundnut Oil
We use cold-pressed groundnut oil, extracted using wooden chekku (mills), which locks in natural flavor and boosts shelf life — with no preservatives or processing chemicals.
- Natural Curing for Flavor Maturity
After cooking, the pickle is rested and cured for 3–4 days in traditional ceramic jars, allowing the spice and tomato flavors to come together perfectly.
Health Benefits
Even when spicy, our tomato pickle can be part of a healthy diet:
- 🍅Lycopene-rich tomatoes – antioxidant and heart-healthy
- 🧂Rock salt – helps with digestion and hydration
- 🧡Groundnut oil – rich in Vitamin E, monounsaturated fats
- 🌿No artificial preservatives – easier on the gut
- 🦠Naturally fermented and aged — supports gut flora
Why Cold-Pressed Groundnut Oil?
- ✅Adds a rich, earthy flavor
- ✅Preserves the pickle naturally — no vinegar needed
- ✅Extracted at low temperatures to retain nutrients
- ✅Free from hexane, chemicals, or synthetic aroma
- ✅Supports clean eating and a healthy heart
How to Use Annakalpa Tomato Pickle
Versatile and zesty — here’s how to enjoy it:
- 🍚Mix with hot rice and ghee
- 🥣As a dip with dosa, idli, pongal, or upma
- 🫓Spread inside chapati or sandwich
- 🍱Add to lunchboxes for a tangy punch
- 🍛Stir into dal rice or curd rice
Storage tip: Always use a dry spoon. Keep oil on top to retain freshness. No refrigeration needed.
The Annakalpa Promise
- 👵Inspired by Tulasi Paati’s timeless recipe
- ✅Tomatoes from our own farms
- 🪔Traditional wood-pressed oil
- 🧂Rock salt, not table salt
- ❌No vinegar, no preservatives
- 👩🍳Handmade, hygienic, home-style
We’re not just reviving recipes. We’re reviving trust in food.
Product Details
- Sizes:200g | 500g | 1kg
- Shelf Life:6 months
- Packaging:Food-safe leak-proof glass jars
- Ingredients:Farm-grown tomatoes, red chilli powder, mustard, turmeric, fenugreek, hing, rock salt, wood-pressed groundnut oil
- Allergen Info:Contains mustard
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Bring home this farm-fresh, fiery, and flavorful tomato pickle today.
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