Patak's Lime Pickle

Patak's Lime Pickle is a traditional Indian-style condiment made from tender lime pieces blended with spices and preserved in oil. The brand was founded in 1957 by L.G. Pathak, who arrived in the UK from East Africa with his family and began preparing traditional Indian food using family recipes. To ensure authenticity, he imported Indian spices and ingredients into the UK. The company has grown to supply a significant portion of British Indian restaurants and major retailers worldwide. In 2007, Patak's was acquired by Associated British Foods (ABF), a UK-based company specializing in world foods, which also owns brands like Blue Dragon and Levi Roots. The manufacturing operations are primarily based in Leigh, Lancashire, UK, with a state-of-the-art facility that opened in 2002 as the world's largest Indian food factory. This facility employs advanced automation to handle high-volume production, operating 24 hours a day, five days a week. The production process emphasizes authenticity and quality through automated blending and precise ingredient handling. Spices and other components are transferred via aero-mechanical conveyors from storage to blending areas, ensuring accurate batching for consistent flavor profiles. Stainless steel equipment with quick-release features facilitates thorough cleaning, while the focus on traditional family recipes—often involving hand-selected spices—maintains product integrity. Many Patak's items, including marinades and cooking sauces, are certified halal to meet diverse consumer needs. The brand's products reach over 45 countries, with particularly strong market penetration in the UK, United States, Canada, and Australia, where they are stocked in major supermarkets and available via online platforms. The supply chain relies on global sourcing, with key spices drawn from India and other regions to preserve authentic taste profiles.