A savoury Mahua preserve made from shade-dehydrated Mahua flowers, cold-pressed mustard oil, and traditional spices — crafted as a bold forest condiment for everyday meals.
⭐ WHY MAHUA PRESERVE
Mahua Preserve is a traditional savoury preparation, inspired by how Mahua flowers have long been cooked, spiced, and preserved as food in forest communities.
This is not a sweet preserve.
This is Mahua as achar-style food — slow-prepared, spiced, and meant to be eaten in small quantities with meals.
It brings Mahua into the modern kitchen as:
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A flavour enhancer
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A side accompaniment
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A traditional condiment
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🧪 WHAT EXACTLY IS MAHUA PRESERVE?
Mahua Preserve is a savory, spiced Mahua preparation, made by cooking shade-dehydrated Mahua flowers with mustard oil, spices, and souring agents — similar to traditional Indian achaar methods.
It is:
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Not sweet
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Not a jam
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Not fermented
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Not a medicinal product
It is Mahua prepared as food, preserved through oil and spices.
🍯 HOW MAHUA PRESERVE IS MADE
Mahua Preserve is prepared by:
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Using shade-dehydrated, food-grade Mahua flowers
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Cooking in cold-pressed mustard oil
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Blending with traditional achar spices
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Packing in small batches for consistency
This method:
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Enhances flavour
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Preserves Mahua naturally
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Avoids artificial preservatives
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🌶️ INGREDIENTS (CLEAN & TRANSPARENT)
Ingredients:
• Shade Dehydrated Mahua Flower
• Cold Pressed Mustard Oil
• Achar Masala
• Dried Raw Mango Powder
• Salt
• Lakadong Turmeric
• Red Chilli Powder
• Hing
No artificial colours
No preservatives
No flavour enhancers
👶 FOR KIDS (IN SMALL AMOUNTS)
For children, Mahua Preserve is best used:
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In very small quantities
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As a flavour addition to meals
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Not as a standalone food
It helps introduce traditional flavours without packaged sauces.
👴 FOR ELDERLY (TRADITIONAL SIDE FOOD)
For older adults, Mahua Preserve:
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Adds flavour to simple meals
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Is consumed in small, controlled portions
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Fits traditional Indian eating patterns
As with all achar-style foods, moderation is key.
🍽️ HOW TO USE MAHUA PRESERVE
Mahua Preserve is meant to be eaten like a traditional achar.
Common uses:
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As a side with roti, rice, or dal
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With simple meals for added flavour
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In small portions as part of thali meals
This is a condiment, not a spread.
🎯 IDEAL FOR
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People who enjoy traditional Indian condiments
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Forest-food explorers
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Meals needing a bold, savoury element
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Replacing synthetic pickles or sauces
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Those wanting Mahua in cooked food form
🌍 FOREST-SOURCED, FOOD-FIRST
Mahua flowers used in this preserve are:
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Collected from forests of Jashpur
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Shade-dried and cleaned using food-grade methods
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Prepared by trained tribal women SHGs
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Processed in small, controlled batches
Mahua here is treated strictly as food, not liquor input.
👩🏽🌾 WHO MAKES MAHUA PRESERVE?
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Mahua prepared by tribal women groups
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Cooking and packing done with food-grade hygiene
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Focus on consistency, safety, and traceability
Every jar supports:
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Tribal livelihoods
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Responsible forest harvesting
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Clean, ethical food systems
📦 STORAGE & HANDLING
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Store in a cool, dry place
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Refrigerate after opening
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Use a clean, dry spoon
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Ensure oil layer covers contents after use
❓ FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Is Mahua Preserve related to Mahua liquor?
No. This product uses food-grade Mahua flowers and involves no fermentation or alcohol.
Is this sweet or spicy?
This is a savory, mildly spicy achar-style preparation, not sweet.
Is this a pickle?
It follows traditional achar methods, though Mahua flowers replace typical fruits or vegetables.
Can children and elderly consume this?
Yes, in small quantities, as part of meals.
Does it contain artificial preservatives?
No. Preservation is achieved through oil and spices.
🌱 TASTE PROFILE
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Savoury and tangy
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Mild heat from chilli
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Earthy mustard oil notes
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Warm spice finish
🔒 WHY WE MADE MAHUA PRESERVE
Because Mahua deserved to be:
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Cooked, spiced, and eaten as food
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Part of savoury meals, not just sweets
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Preserved using traditional knowledge
Mahua Preserve brings forest food into everyday Indian meals — honestly and responsibly.
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