Neebu ka Acchar or sweet lime pickle (Half sweet half salty) is meant for health conscious people as it doesn't contain a drop of oil. Sweetish in taste, this tangy pickle never gets spoiled even if it is kept for 2 generations. Enjoy this with snacks or during the meals
Wash the lemons thoroughly, pat dry with a clean cloth so that there is no moisture left.
Slit in 4 pieces like a flower without removing the bottom.
Take a glass jar, wash it thoroughly with hot water and dry it (Keep it in sunlight for 1 -2 hours). This is one of the most important steps while making any pickle as the jar should not contain any moisture.
Add Sugar and Salt and cut lemon pieces.
Mix the pieces, shake them and put them in the Jar.
Keep it in sun for 3-4 days.
Leave the pickle for another 10 days and don't forget to shake it everyday, always use a dry spoon and don't allow moisture to get in.
Enjoy your pickle with snacks like Mathari or during meals.
Notes
Glass jar should always be dry. Its good to keep it in sunlight before puting the pickle.
Keep the pickle away from moisture and use a dry spoon while taking it out from the jar.