Kerda Pickle (Ker Nu Athanu) – Traditional Gujarati Ker Pickle - 200gm

Quick Answer: What is Kerda?

Kerda, also called Ker or Kair, is a small tangy fruit traditionally used for making pickles in Gujarat and other parts of western India. Its botanical name is Capparis decidua.

In Gujarati, its pickle is commonly known as કેરડાનું અથાણું (Kerda Nu Athanu).

If you searched for “Kerda pickle in English,” Kerda does not have one universally used everyday English name. You may see it referred to as Ker, Kair or Karir; Capparis decidua is the precise botanical identification.

About Our Kerda Pickle

Gharnu Athanu's Kerda Pickle brings this lesser-known traditional ingredient to the everyday Gujarati thali.

Kerda has its own distinctive tangy, sharp character, which becomes beautifully balanced when prepared with traditional pickle spices.

Our Kerda Pickle is handmade in small batches in Bhavnagar, Gujarat, using our traditional home-style process.

No artificial colours. No synthetic preservatives. No vinegar or citric acid.

Just a traditional Gujarati pickle made the way we would make it for our own home.

What Does Kerda Pickle Taste Like?

Expect a flavour that is:

• Tangy
• Spiced
• Distinctive
• Bold, traditional Gujarati character

Kerda is very different from the familiar taste of mango pickle, which is exactly why people who grew up eating Ker Nu Athanu remember it so strongly.

How to Eat Kerda Pickle

A small portion works beautifully with everyday foods such as:

• Rotli or bhakhri
• Thepla
• Khichdi
• Dal-rice
• Paratha
• A simple Gujarati thali

It is especially useful when an otherwise simple meal needs a sharp, traditional pickle accompaniment.

Why Gharnu Athanu?

Handmade in small batches

Prepared in Bhavnagar using traditional home-style methods.

Traditional Gujarati taste

Made for people looking for athanu that tastes closer to homemade pickle than factory-standardised pickle.

Simple philosophy

No artificial colours, synthetic preservatives, vinegar or citric acid.

Available in multiple pack sizes

Choose from 200g, 500g and 1kg according to your requirement.

Storage

Store the pickle in an airtight container, away from direct sunlight and heat.

Always use a clean, dry spoon while serving.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Kerda?

Kerda is a small fruit traditionally used for pickling in western India. It is also known as Ker, Kair or Karir, and its botanical name is Capparis decidua.

What is Kerda called in English?

There isn't one universally used everyday English name for Kerda. Ker, Kair and Karir are commonly used names, while Capparis decidua is its botanical name.

What is Kerda Pickle called in Gujarati?

It is called કેરડાનું અથાણું — Kerda Nu Athanu.

Is Kerda Pickle a Gujarati pickle?

Kerda is used in traditional food across western India, including Gujarat. Kerda Nu Athanu is one of the traditional pickle preparations eaten in Gujarati households.

What does Kerda Pickle taste like?

Kerda has a naturally distinctive tangy taste. In pickle form, that sharpness is balanced by traditional spices, giving it a bold accompaniment to everyday meals.

What can I eat with Kerda Pickle?

Try it with thepla, rotli, bhakhri, paratha, khichdi, dal-rice or a Gujarati thali.

Is Gharnu Athanu Kerda Pickle handmade?

Yes. Gharnu Athanu prepares its pickles in small batches in Bhavnagar, Gujarat, following traditional home-style methods.

Which sizes are available?

Kerda Pickle is available in 200g, 500g and 1kg packs.