Hog Plum Curry
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Hog Plum Curry, or Amra Curry, is a seasonal favorite in Bengal and coastal India, known for its intense tartness and refreshing flavor. The hog plum is a unique fruit that provides a sourness that is sharp yet very aromatic. We usually cook it in a simple mustard-based gravy or a sweet-and-sour base with jaggery. It is one of those dishes that acts as a palate cleanser during a heavy traditional meal. The texture of the fruit is slightly fibrous, and sucking on the seeds soaked in gravy is half the fun of eating this dish. It is a magnifique example of how regional Indian cooking utilizes local, seasonal fruits to create complex flavor profiles.
Ingredients
Cooking Instructions
Tips & Secrets
- Slitting the fruit is important so the sweetness of the jaggery can penetrate the sour core.
- Adjust the amount of jaggery according to how sour the plums are; some varieties are more tart than others.
- This curry tastes even better after a few hours when the flavors have fully developed.
Nutritional Information(Per 150ml)
140 kcal
2g
4g
28g
Note: Nutritional values are professional estimates per standard serving (~200-250g / ml) and may vary based on ingredient quality and preparation methods.