Sri Lankan Authentic Goraka Paste (250g) is a premium, all-natural culinary paste made from the dried fruit of Garcinia quaesita (known locally as Goraka or Garcinia/Malabar Tamarind). This traditional ingredient is the backbone of authentic Sri Lankan cuisine, celebrated for its intense, smoky sourness and its ability to thicken gravies while acting as a natural meat tenderiser.
Key Features
* Pure & Authentic: Made from 100% natural, sun-dried Goraka fruit, ground into a smooth, ready-to-use paste following traditional Sri Lankan methods.
* Distinct Flavour Profile: Delivers a deep, tangy, and slightly smoky sourness that is much richer and more complex than lime or tamarind.
* Natural Tenderiser: Highly acidic properties make it excellent for softening tough cuts of meat and seafood.
* Convenient 250g Jar: Packaged in a compact, easy-to-scoop jar that preserves freshness and eliminates the tedious traditional process of soaking and grinding whole dried pods.
Culinary Uses
Goraka paste is a mandatory ingredient in several iconic Sri Lankan dishes:
* Ambul Thiyal (Sour Fish Curry): The star ingredient used to heavily coat cubes of fish (usually tuna), creating a dry, deeply dark, and sour delicacy.
* Meat Curries: Added to traditional Sri Lankan chicken, pork, or beef curries to balance the heat of roasted curry powder and add depth to the gravy.
* Polos Curry (Young jackfruit curry): Used in slow-cooked young jackfruit curry to mimic the texture and deep flavour of meat dishes.
Product Specifications
* Ingredients: Pure Goraka (Garcinia quaesita), Water, Salt (some brands may contain trace traditional spices). No artificial colours, flavours, or preservatives.
* Net Weight: 250g
* Storage Instructions: Store in a cool, dry place. Once opened, keep refrigerated and use a clean, dry spoon to maintain shelf life.
