Acids · Dried
Asam gelugur
Also called asam keping, dried tamarind slices, garcinia slices
Sun-dried slices of a Malaysian garcinia fruit; adds a clean, fruity sourness to curries, asam laksa and fish stews. Simmered in the pot and removed before serving.
What can replace it
- T2 · GoodKokum
Similar garcinia sourness, but it tints the dish purple.
- T2 · GoodKudampuli
A close garcinia sourness but with a smoky edge.
- T2 · GoodTamarind pulp
Sweeter, fruitier and browner than the clean, sharp sourness of the slices; strain it.
- T3 · In a pinchLime juice
Brighter, more fleeting sourness; add at the end instead of simmering.
- T3 · In a pinchTamarind paste
Sweeter and browner sourness that clouds clear broths.
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