The Aftermath of Heavy Winds

Yesterday, we had windy conditions throughout the night. Perhaps it’s a sign of an early start to the monsoon season. This morning, we checked for damage. It seems that there isn’t much. Instead, we have gained something. Many fruits have fallen under our Goroka tree. You may not recognize this fruit if you are outside South Asia or Southeastern Asia. It is also known as Malabar Tamarind or Bridle Berry. Its scientific name is Garcinia gummi-gutta, and it somewhat resembles a mangosteen. If you wish, you can taste its flesh without biting into its seeds because they are full of very strong gum. However, what we are looking for is the outer husk. Here, it is an essential spice in our culinary tradition. <img alt="" src="https://miro.medium.com/v2/resize:fit:875/1*sV9Q64a4JizOZXCl8DhygQ.jpeg" style="height:527px; width:700px" /> Author’s Photo It has a very strong sour taste, so it is our first choice when we need a strong sour flavor. For example, the young jackfruit curry, which requires overnight slow cooking, is hopeless without Goraka. No other spice with a sour taste can enhance the flavor of that curry over time. If you are preparing meat or fish in our traditional spicy way, Goraka is a must. It adds a unique taste to the curry. So be careful; if you ever come across a Sri Lankan dish with a strong sour taste, you might accidentally bite into a chunk of Goraka. <a href="https://medium.com/illumination/the-aftermath-of-heavy-winds-e4effe33fc4b">Visit Now</a>