Kokam
Kokam
Kokum is a small deep red to purple fruit with a sour, tangy flavor. The dried rind of the fruit is used as a spice or souring agent, often replacing tamarind in regional dishes. It has a pleasant aroma and imparts a pinkish-red color when soaked in water.
| Diet Type | Vegetarian |
| Type | Kokam |
| Unite | Kg./Mt. |
| Maximum Shelf Life | 2 Years |
Description
- Origin: Kokum is a fruit-bearing tree native to the Western Ghats of India, especially in Maharashtra, Goa, Karnataka, and Kerala. It thrives in tropical climates.
- Disctrubation: Commercial cultivation is largely found in Maharashtra (especially Ratnagiri, Sindhudurg), Goa, and coastal Karnataka.
