Tomato Achar

Tomato Achar is Nepal's most beloved condiment — a spiced pickle/relish developed as a way to preserve the short tomato harvest of the Himalayan lowlands. It is most famously served alongside momo dumplings and is a staple on every Dal Bhat thali plate. It delivers a wonderful sweet and sour tang that elevates staple Nepali dishes like lentils, millet, and rice. It can be chunky and coarse like a relish, or blended completely smooth like a ketchup. 

Key ingredients include tomatoes, green chili, cilantro, garlic, Szechuan (timur) pepper, sesame seeds, lemon, and salt — and it's ready in under 15 minutes!