Bambino Gongura Paste, 300 Grams

Bambino Gongura Paste (300 g): Andhra-Style Sorrel Leaf Flavor
Ask anyone from Andhra Pradesh or Telangana about gongura and watch their face light up. The sour, slightly earthy sorrel leaf is the soul of gongura pachadi and the famous gongura mutton. Bambino Gongura Paste, 300 Grams captures that tang in a ready jar, which is a real help since fresh gongura is hard to find outside South Asian markets. You can order it anytime from SubziCart.com.


Product Features
• Ready gongura (roselle or sorrel leaf) paste in a 300 g jar
• Distinctive sour, tangy flavor central to Telugu cuisine
• Saves the effort of sourcing, cleaning and cooking fresh leaves
• Works as a condiment or as a cooking base for curries
• From Bambino, a well-known brand for Indian pantry staples


Nutritional Information
Gongura pastes are typically made with sorrel leaves, oil, chili, garlic, spices and salt. As a pickle-style product it tends to be salty and oily, so a small portion goes a long way. Please check the Nutrition Facts panel and ingredient list on the jar for exact values and allergen information.


Uses and Cooking Suggestions
• Mix a spoonful into hot rice with a drizzle of ghee for a classic Andhra comfort meal
• Stir into toor dal to make gongura pappu
• Add to sauteed onions and cooked mutton or chicken for a quick gongura curry
• Serve as a side with dosa, pesarattu or ragi mudde
• Blend with yogurt for a tangy dip for chips and crackers


Frequently Asked Questions
What does gongura taste like?
Gongura has a pleasantly sour flavor, somewhere between sorrel and green mango, and it is usually balanced with chili and garlic.
Can I use it directly from the jar?
Yes, it can be eaten as a condiment with rice or tiffin items, or cooked into dishes for a more mellow flavor.
How should I store the jar?
Keep the lid tight, use only a dry spoon and refrigerate after opening if the label recommends it. The oil layer on top helps keep it fresh.
A true taste of Andhra, ready whenever you need it.