fruit

Star gooseberry

Harpharori

Measured by weight in g; no spoon or count conversion needed.

Nothing really replaces the firm, very sour fruit pieces; these swaps give sourness but not the same texture.

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  Raw green mango

  Use the same weight, peeled and grated; it gives a similar sour bite. Add a pinch of salt if the recipe is savoury.

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  Tamarind

  Use tamarind extract at about 30–40% of the star gooseberry weight, diluted with a little water; strain well. The sourness is deeper and less fruity.

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  Lemon juice

  Use about 25–30% of the weight as lemon juice and top up with water; add near the end so the fresh flavour stays. Good for sourness only.

Kamrakh ka Achar

Star Gooseberry Pickle