Acids · Dried

Kokum

Also called dried kokum, kokum rind, amsul, kokum petals

Dried purple rind of the kokum fruit from India's west coast; fruity, tart and colouring. Soaked or simmered in Konkani fish curries, dals and the cooling drink sol kadhi.

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What can replace it

  • T2 · GoodAsam gelugur

    Very similar garcinia sourness, but no purple colour.

  • T2 · GoodKudampuli

    Similar garcinia sourness but smoky, and without the purple colour.

  • T2 · GoodTamarind pulp

    Sweeter, browner sourness with no purple tint; strain it.

  • T3 · In a pinchAmchur

    Dry mango sourness without kokum's fruity depth or colour. (use 0.5× the amount)

  • T3 · In a pinchLime juice

    Bright, sharper sourness with no colour; add at the end.

Cook with Kokum