Malabar Tamarind

Product Description

Malabar Tamarind, commonly known as Kudampuli, is a tropical fruit ingredient widely used in South Indian cooking, particularly in Kerala cuisine. It is known for its characteristic sour and tangy flavour and is commonly added to curries, gravies, soups and other traditional recipes.

Botanical Name: Garcinia gummi-gutta
Common Name: Malabar Tamarind / Kudampuli

Product Highlights

• Traditional culinary ingredient

• Distinctive sour and tangy flavour

• Commonly used in South Indian cuisine

• Suitable for curries and gravies

• Can be used in soups and stews

• Suitable for selected traditional beverages and recipes

• Convenient ingredient for everyday cooking

• This product is non-returnable

Ingredient

Malabar Tamarind (Kudampuli)

Botanical Name: Garcinia gummi-gutta

The ingredient declaration should exactly match the actual product packaging. If the product contains salt, preservatives or any other ingredients, they should also be declared as applicable.

Suggested Culinary Uses

Curries & Gravies

Malabar Tamarind can be used to add a characteristic sour flavour to suitable curries and gravies.

Soups & Stews

Add a suitable quantity during cooking according to the selected recipe.

Traditional Recipes

It can be incorporated into a variety of South Indian dishes where a sour flavour is desired.

Beverages

If the product is specifically labelled and intended for beverage preparation, it can be used according to the directions provided on the packaging.

Preparation Instructions

For dried Malabar Tamarind:

1. Take the required quantity.

2. Rinse with clean water if required.

3. Soak the pieces in water according to the selected recipe.

4. Add the soaked pieces or strained soaking liquid to the dish.

5. Adjust the quantity according to the desired sourness.

6. Cook according to the selected recipe.

Follow the preparation instructions printed on the product packaging where available.

Taste & Appearance

Taste: Sour and Tangy
Aroma: Characteristic Malabar Tamarind Aroma
Form: Dried Fruit Pieces / Other Form as Applicable
Product Type: Culinary Ingredient
Usage: Cooking and Food Preparation

Natural variations in colour, size, aroma and flavour may occur between batches.

Storage Instructions

• Store in a cool and dry place.

• Keep away from direct sunlight.

• Protect from heat and moisture.

• Keep the package properly closed after opening.

• Transfer to a clean, dry and airtight container if required.

• Always use clean and dry utensils.

• Follow the best-before and storage instructions printed on the packaging.

Product Information

Product Name: Malabar Tamarind
Common Name: Kudampuli
Botanical Name: Garcinia gummi-gutta
Ingredient: Malabar Tamarind
Flavour Profile: Sour and Tangy
Product Type: Culinary Ingredient
Usage: Cooking and Food Preparation
Return Policy: Non-Returnable

Product Keywords

Malabar Tamarind, Kudampuli, Kudam Puli, Garcinia, Garcinia Gummi Gutta, South Indian Tamarind, Kerala Kudampuli, Sour Fruit, Tamarind for Curry, Kudampuli for Cooking, Malabar Tamarind for Cooking, Kerala Cooking Ingredient

Other Names

Malabar Tamarind / Kudampuli / கொடம்புளி / कुदमपुली / കുടംപുളി / విలాయతి చింతపండు / ಕುದಂಪುಳಿ