description Kokum Overview
Kokum is the dried rind of Garcinia indica, a tree native to the Western Ghats of India, used as a souring agent in Konkani, Goan, and Gujarati cuisines and prized for its deep purple color and cooling properties in traditional medicine.
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Kokum ranks #115 of 242 in the Spice ranking, behind Yellow Mustard Seed, ahead of Long Pepper.
Distinctive Western Ghats souring agent with strong regional identity, but limited availability and niche use.
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