Chandra Vilas Gunda Achar | Gumberry Pickle – 200g
Pickles are not just condiments in Indian households—they are emotional, nostalgic, and deeply rooted in our culinary identity. Among the diverse variety of Indian pickles, Gunda Achar—also known as Gumberry Pickle—holds a special place in the hearts of those from Rajasthan and Gujarat. With a sticky texture, tangy taste, and slightly fibrous chew, this pickle is not just food—it’s a tradition preserved in oil and spice.

Chandra Vilas, a renowned name in Rajasthani culinary heritage, proudly presents its Gunda Achar (200g)—a jar full of authenticity, purity, and bold taste. Sourced from the freshest gunda (glue berry/gumberry), prepared using age-old family recipes, and preserved in traditional mustard oil, this pickle reflects over 80 years of legacy and trust.

🌿 What is Gunda (Glue Berry / Gumberry)?

Gunda (Cordia dichotoma) is a seasonal green fruit native to India, especially common in Rajasthan and Gujarat. It has a sticky pulp inside and is slightly fibrous, which makes it unique among pickles. Traditionally, its seed is removed carefully (without damaging the outer body), and the fruit is stuffed or marinated with hand-ground spice blends before being soaked in mustard oil.

This preparation not only enhances its flavor but also boosts its shelf life, allowing generations to enjoy it year-round.

🍴 Why Chandra Vilas Gunda Achar is Special?

1. Made with Traditional Methods
Chandra Vilas follows ancestral pickling methods that involve sun-curing, hand-mixing, and time-bound maturation. Every jar goes through multiple steps of traditional Indian pickle preparation—right from selecting ripe gunda, de-seeding them manually, to pickling them in homemade masalas.

2. Mustard Oil Infusion
Only pure, cold-pressed mustard oil is used for pickling. Mustard oil acts as a natural preservative and also infuses a sharp pungency that enhances the overall taste of the achar. It also helps balance the slight sliminess of the gumberry fruit.

3. Hand-Ground Masalas
The unique flavor of Chandra Vilas Gunda Achar comes from hand-ground spices including fenugreek seeds (methi), saunf (fennel), rai (split mustard seeds), hing (asafoetida), salt, haldi (turmeric), and chili powder. These masalas are toasted and blended in-house for maximum freshness.

4. No Artificial Preservatives or Chemicals
Chandra Vilas prides itself on delivering purity. This pickle contains no synthetic preservatives, additives, or flavor enhancers. Just time-tested recipes and honest ingredients.

🧂 Flavor Profile:

• Texture: Sticky, chunky, and slightly chewy

• Taste: Tangy, salty, mildly spicy with a bitter undertone

• Aroma: Rich mustard oil with earthy hints of fenugreek and fennel

This is not your average achar. The fibrous gunda fruit develops an intensely bold and slightly sharp profile that’s perfect for those who crave traditional, unfiltered flavors.

✅ Health Benefits of Gunda Achar (When Eaten in Moderation):

• Helps in digestion due to natural spices like hing, methi, and saunf.

• Rich in fiber, which promotes gut health.

• Mustard oil used in the pickle has natural anti-bacterial properties.

• Stimulates appetite and adds zest to bland meals.

🍛 How to Enjoy Gunda Achar?

• With Roti or Paratha – A small portion of Gunda Achar alongside a hot phulka or paratha is heaven on a plate.

• With Khichdi or Pulao – Break the monotony of rice dishes with a tangy punch.

• As a Side with Dal-Chawal – Traditional meals become tastier with just a spoonful of this pickle.

• In Gujarati Thalis – It’s a staple in everyday vegetarian thalis in Western India.

🏠 Storage Instructions:

• Always use a dry spoon to avoid contamination.

• Once opened, store in a cool, dry place away from sunlight.

• Can be transferred to a glass or ceramic jar for long-term preservation.

• Best before 9 months from manufacturing when stored properly.

⚠️ Allergen & Dietary Information:

• Contains mustard

• Made in a facility that may process nuts and wheat

• 100% Vegetarian

• No added colors or preservatives

📦 Packaging Details:

• Net Weight: 200g

• Packaging Type: Airtight glass/plastic jar (BPA-free)

• Leak-proof and travel-friendly

• Label includes nutritional info, FSSAI approval, batch details, and barcode

🧵 About the Brand – Chandra Vilas (CV Special)

Established in Jodhpur, Rajasthan, Chandra Vilas has been the culinary face of authentic namkeen, sweets, and pickles for over 80 years. Every product they deliver is steeped in tradition, crafted with the utmost care, and inspired by real flavors of the desert state.

Chandra Vilas isn’t just a brand—it’s a legacy of taste. Their pickles are handmade in small batches and sent fresh from the heart of Rajasthan to customers across India.

💬 Customer Reviews:

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ “Reminds me of my dadi’s homemade achar. Gunda is fresh and perfectly spiced.”
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ “Best Gunda Achar available online. No slime, just taste and tradition.”
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ “Absolutely authentic! Excellent with dal-chawal and even khakhra.”