A pickle is something that is prepared by marinating either vegetables or fruits in lemon juice or oil along with salt and spices. This aids in prolonging their life and they can be used all the year round. The most common pickles are made from mangoes, cauliflowers, carrots, pumpkins and lime. Lime pickle is an extremely popular item in India and surrounding countries. The common lime pickle recipes are passed from one generation to another and the lime pickle is dried in the hot summer sun for at least three weeks prior to storage. The life is prolonged due to the acidic medium. Most lime pickle recipes advice the customers to store the pickle in an air tight container, which further reduces bacterial growth. A lime pickle is actually not a dish in itself, but is extensively used as a very popular accompaniment. A vast majority of people likes to have it with their meals due to its tangy flavor.