Ugadi Pachadi is a mixture of six tastes called as Shadrachalu which symbolizes the fact that life is a mixutre of different experience. The significance of making this pachadi is for us to understand that life is a mixture of all emotions that we have to face equally.
1. Salt – 1/2 tsp – For Saltness(Uvarppu) -To represent scareness.
2. Red Chilli Powder/ or Black Pepper Powder – 1/4 tsp. – For Spicyness(Kaaram)-To represent Anger.
3. Raw Mango – few pieces cut into small bits. – For tanginess(Pulippu)- To represent excitement.
4. Neem Flowers(can use methi seeds or neem leaves)- 2 tsp – For bitterness(Kasappu) -To rerpesent Sorrow.
5. Tamarind(or use lemon juice) – As needed – For Souness(Thuvarppu)-To represent Mischieveness.
6. Jaggery(or use sugar or honey) – as needed- For sweetness- To represent Happiness.