{"title":"Dried Fish","description":"\u003cp\u003eBrowse dried fish products in Taprovan’s Sri Lankan range. The collection groups clearly identified dried formats so shoppers can compare fish type, brand and pack size.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"asoka-dry-katta-fish-200g","title":"ASOKA Dried Katta (Queen-Fish), 200g","description":"\u003cp\u003eAsoka Dried Katta (queenfish) is salted, sun-dried fish (katta karawala), the strongly flavored dried fish that Sri Lankan kitchens fry into a crisp karawala side dish or simmer in a coconut-milk dried-fish curry. This 200 g pack suits households cooking rice-and-curry meals who want the dried fish they know from home. Contains fish; the full label details are printed on the pack.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eOrigin \u0026amp; maker\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eProduct of Sri Lanka, as printed on the pack, packed for the Asoka brand of Sri Lankan produce. The packer's address is not printed on the front of the pack. Taprovan is the US retailer; it does not manufacture the product.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eBrand\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAsoka\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eProduct\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDried Katta (queenfish)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eNet weight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e200 g \/ 7.05 oz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eForm\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDried, salted fish\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFish species\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eQueenfish (Scomberoides commersonnianus), as printed on the pack\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePackaging\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSealed pack\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eAllergen\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eContains fish\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eOrigin\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProduct of Sri Lanka\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch3\u003eNutrition Facts\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhere a nutrition panel is printed on the pack, that printed panel applies.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eShipping \u0026amp; returns\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eShips from our warehouse in Bohemia, New York, and is packed for the carrier within one business day. Standard shipping is free on US orders of $69.99 or more; this is a standard-weight item, so it does not add a bulk-item fee (those apply only to 10 lb rice, 5 kg flour and 1.5 L drinks). Free warehouse pickup is available for online orders. Food items cannot be returned once shipped, but if your pack arrives damaged or the wrong item was sent, contact us as soon as you receive it and we will put it right. See the \u003ca href=\"\/policies\/shipping-policy\"\u003eshipping policy\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/policies\/refund-policy\"\u003erefund policy\u003c\/a\u003e for full details.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDetailed description\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat it is.\u003c\/strong\u003e Katta is the Sinhala name for queenfish, a lean, firm-fleshed sea fish, sold here as salted, sun-dried pieces. Salting and sun-drying concentrate the flavor and make the fish shelf-stable, which is why karawala is a pantry staple rather than a fresh-fish purchase. Expect a firm, salty, savory piece that softens once cooked.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIngredients.\u003c\/strong\u003e The full ingredient list is printed on the pack.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAllergens.\u003c\/strong\u003e Contains fish. Refer to the pack for any further allergen statement.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow to use.\u003c\/strong\u003e Rinse, then soak in warm water for 15 to 30 minutes to soften and draw out some salt (skip the soak if you like it very salty). Cut into bite-sized pieces and either shallow-fry until crisp and golden, or temper in oil with onion, curry leaves, green chilli and a little chilli powder. For a curry, add the pieces to a simmering coconut-milk gravy with tomato and spices.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eServing ideas.\u003c\/strong\u003e A small dish of fried karawala alongside rice, dhal and a green mallung; dried-fish curry with string hoppers or pol roti; or chopped fine into a coconut sambol for a savory, salty edge.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlso known as.\u003c\/strong\u003e කට්ට කරවල (Sinhala) · கட்டா கருவாடு (Tamil) · katta karawala \/ karuvadu.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStorage.\u003c\/strong\u003e Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight; reseal after opening. Many households keep the opened pack in a sealed container in the refrigerator to limit the smell. Because it is a dried, salted product it ships at room temperature.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFAQs\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow do I cook dried fish?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSoak it briefly, cut it up, and fry it until crisp or simmer it in a coconut-milk curry. A little goes a long way: a few pieces flavor a whole meal, so it is served as a side rather than a main.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it very salty?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes, dried fish is salted before drying and tastes strongly of salt. Soaking in warm water for 15 to 30 minutes before cooking softens the fish and draws out part of the salt; adjust the soak to your taste.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo I need to keep it cold, and does it ship chilled?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo. It is a dried, shelf-stable product and ships at room temperature. Store it cool and dry, reseal after opening, and if the smell bothers you keep the opened pack in a sealed container in the fridge.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this the same as Indian or Southeast Asian dried fish?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt is the same idea: salted, sun-dried fish sold for cooking. Karuvadu in Tamil Nadu and Kerala is prepared much the same way and used in similar curries and fries, so recipes from those regions work with this pack too.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat kind of fish is katta?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eKatta is the Sinhala name for queenfish. The pack identifies it as dried salted queenfish, Scomberoides commersonnianus, a firm, lean sea fish that holds its shape in curry.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"ASOKA","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53108089913653,"sku":"001-ASOK-DRKAFI-200G","price":5.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0995\/0969\/8869\/files\/ASOKADriedKatta_Queen-Fish_200g.avif?v=1788651391"},{"product_id":"asoka-dry-keeramin-fish-200g","title":"ASOKA Dry Keeramin Fish, 200g","description":"\u003cp\u003eAsoka Keeramin Dry Fish is dried, salted smooth-belly sardinella (Sardinella longiceps), the small, oily fish that Sri Lankan kitchens fry whole into a crisp, salty karawala side dish or cook in a coconut-milk dried-fish curry. This 200 g vacuum pack is a Product of Sri Lanka and suits any household cooking rice and curry. Contains fish.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eOrigin \u0026amp; maker\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eProduct of Sri Lanka, as printed on the pack, packed for the Asoka brand of Sri Lankan produce. The packer's address is not printed on the front of the pack. Taprovan is the US retailer; it does not manufacture the product.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eBrand\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAsoka\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eProduct\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eKeeramin Dry Fish\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eNet weight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e200 g \/ 7 oz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eForm\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDried, salted whole small fish\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFish species\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSmooth belly sardinella (Sardinella longiceps), as printed on the pack\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePackaging\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVacuum-sealed pack\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eAllergen\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eContains fish\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eOrigin\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProduct of Sri Lanka\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch3\u003eNutrition Facts\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhere a nutrition panel is printed on the pack, that printed panel applies.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eShipping \u0026amp; returns\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eShips from our warehouse in Bohemia, New York, and is packed for the carrier within one business day. Standard shipping is free on US orders of $69.99 or more; this is a standard-weight item, so it does not add a bulk-item fee (those apply only to 10 lb rice, 5 kg flour and 1.5 L drinks). Free warehouse pickup is available for online orders. Food items cannot be returned once shipped, but if your pack arrives damaged or the wrong item was sent, contact us as soon as you receive it and we will put it right. See the \u003ca href=\"\/policies\/shipping-policy\"\u003eshipping policy\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/policies\/refund-policy\"\u003erefund policy\u003c\/a\u003e for full details.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDetailed description\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat it is.\u003c\/strong\u003e Keeramin (kaalaya) is a small sardinella, salted and sun-dried whole. Drying concentrates the flavor and makes the fish shelf-stable, which is why karawala is a pantry item rather than a fresh-fish purchase. Because the fish are small, they fry crisp in minutes and are eaten whole, bones and all.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIngredients.\u003c\/strong\u003e Dried salted fish; the pack describes the contents as dried salted smooth-belly sardinella.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAllergens.\u003c\/strong\u003e Contains fish. Refer to the pack for any further allergen statement.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow to use.\u003c\/strong\u003e Rinse, then soak in warm water for 15 to 30 minutes to soften and draw out some salt (skip the soak if you like it very salty). Shallow-fry until crisp and golden, or temper in oil with onion, curry leaves, green chilli and a little chilli powder. For a curry, add the fish to a simmering coconut-milk gravy with tomato and spices.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eServing ideas.\u003c\/strong\u003e A small plate of crisp-fried keeramin with rice, dhal and a green mallung; keeramin tempered with onion and chilli for bread or pol roti; or simmered in a thick coconut-milk gravy as a dried-fish curry.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlso known as.\u003c\/strong\u003e කීරමීන් (කාලයා) කරවල (Sinhala) · கீரமீன் கருவாடு (Tamil) · keeramin karawala · dried sardinella.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStorage.\u003c\/strong\u003e Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight; reseal after opening. Many households keep the opened pack in a sealed container in the refrigerator to limit the smell. Use by the expiry date printed on the pack.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFAQs\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is keeramin?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eKeeramin, also called kaalaya, is a small smooth-belly sardinella. Salted and sun-dried whole, it is one of the everyday dried fish in Sri Lankan cooking, usually fried crisp and eaten whole.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it made in Sri Lanka?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. The pack is marked Product of Sri Lanka and sold under the Asoka brand of Sri Lankan produce.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo I need to soak it before cooking?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA short soak in warm water softens the fish and takes the edge off the salt; many cooks skip it for frying and keep it for curries. Rinse either way to remove loose salt.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes it contain allergens?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt is fish, so it contains fish. No other ingredient is printed on the front of the pack; check the pack if you have other allergies.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow should I store it?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCool, dry and sealed; refrigerate the opened pack in a sealed container to limit the smell, and use by the printed expiry date.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"ASOKA","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53108089946421,"sku":"001-ASOK-DRKEFI-200G","price":5.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0995\/0969\/8869\/files\/ASOKADryKeeraminFish_200g.avif?v=1788651264"},{"product_id":"asoka-dry-paraw-fish-200g","title":"ASOKA Dried Paraw Fish, 200g","description":"\u003cp\u003eAsoka Dried Paraw is dried, salted trevally (Caranx spp.), a firm, meaty sea fish sold as salted, sun-dried pieces for Sri Lankan karawala dishes: fried crisp as a side, or cooked in a coconut-milk dried-fish curry. This 200 g pack is a Product of Sri Lanka. Contains fish.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eOrigin \u0026amp; maker\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eProduct of Sri Lanka, as printed on the pack, packed for the Asoka brand of Sri Lankan produce. The packer's address is not printed on the front of the pack. Taprovan is the US retailer; it does not manufacture the product.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eBrand\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAsoka\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eProduct\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDried Paraw (trevally)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eNet weight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e200 g \/ 7 oz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eForm\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDried, salted fish pieces\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFish species\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTrevally (Caranx spp.), as printed on the pack\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePackaging\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSealed pack\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eAllergen\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eContains fish\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eOrigin\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProduct of Sri Lanka\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch3\u003eNutrition Facts\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhere a nutrition panel is printed on the pack, that printed panel applies.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eShipping \u0026amp; returns\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eShips from our warehouse in Bohemia, New York, and is packed for the carrier within one business day. Standard shipping is free on US orders of $69.99 or more; this is a standard-weight item, so it does not add a bulk-item fee (those apply only to 10 lb rice, 5 kg flour and 1.5 L drinks). Free warehouse pickup is available for online orders. Food items cannot be returned once shipped, but if your pack arrives damaged or the wrong item was sent, contact us as soon as you receive it and we will put it right. See the \u003ca href=\"\/policies\/shipping-policy\"\u003eshipping policy\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/policies\/refund-policy\"\u003erefund policy\u003c\/a\u003e for full details.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDetailed description\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat it is.\u003c\/strong\u003e Paraw is the Sinhala name for trevally, a firm white-fleshed sea fish. Salted and sun-dried, it keeps its meaty texture, so the pieces hold together in a curry and turn chewy-crisp when fried. It is milder than the small oily dried fish and closer in character to dried katta or thalapath.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIngredients.\u003c\/strong\u003e Dried salted fish; the pack describes the contents as dried salted trevally.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAllergens.\u003c\/strong\u003e Contains fish. Refer to the pack for any further allergen statement.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow to use.\u003c\/strong\u003e Rinse, then soak in warm water for 15 to 30 minutes to soften and draw out some salt (skip the soak if you like it very salty). Cut into bite-sized pieces and shallow-fry until golden, or temper in oil with onion, curry leaves, green chilli and a little chilli powder. For a curry, add the fish to a simmering coconut-milk gravy with tomato and spices.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eServing ideas.\u003c\/strong\u003e Dried-fish curry with string hoppers or rice; fried paraw pieces with a squeeze of lime beside rice and dhal; or a paraw badun tempered with onion, curry leaves and chilli.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlso known as.\u003c\/strong\u003e පරව් කරවල (Sinhala) · பாரை மீன் கருவாடு (Tamil) · paraw karawala · dried trevally.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStorage.\u003c\/strong\u003e Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight; reseal after opening. Many households keep the opened pack in a sealed container in the refrigerator to limit the smell. Use by the expiry date printed on the pack.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFAQs\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is paraw?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eParaw is trevally, a firm sea fish. This pack is salted, sun-dried paraw, cut into pieces for frying or for a thick coconut-milk dried-fish curry.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it made in Sri Lanka?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. The pack is marked Product of Sri Lanka and sold under the Asoka brand of Sri Lankan produce.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo I need to soak it before cooking?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA short soak in warm water softens the fish and takes the edge off the salt; many cooks skip it for frying and keep it for curries. Rinse either way to remove loose salt.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes it contain allergens?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt is fish, so it contains fish. No other ingredient is printed on the front of the pack; check the pack if you have other allergies.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow should I store it?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCool, dry and sealed; refrigerate the opened pack in a sealed container to limit the smell, and use by the printed expiry date.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"ASOKA","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53108090077493,"sku":"001-ASOK-DRPAFI-200G","price":5.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0995\/0969\/8869\/files\/ASOKADriedParawFish_200g.avif?v=1788651329"},{"product_id":"asoka-dry-thalapath-200g","title":"ASOKA Dry Thalapath, 200g","description":"\u003cp\u003eAsoka Dry Thalapath (sailfish) is salted, sun-dried fish (thalapath karawala), the strongly flavored dried fish that Sri Lankan kitchens fry into a crisp karawala side dish or simmer in a coconut-milk dried-fish curry. This 200 g pack suits households cooking rice-and-curry meals who want the dried fish they know from home. Contains fish; the full label details are printed on the pack.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eOrigin \u0026amp; maker\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eProduct of Sri Lanka, as printed on the pack, packed for the Asoka brand of Sri Lankan produce. The packer's address is not printed on the front of the pack. Taprovan is the US retailer; it does not manufacture the product.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eBrand\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAsoka\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eProduct\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDry Thalapath (sailfish)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eNet weight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e200 g \/ 7.05 oz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eForm\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDried, salted fish\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFish species\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSailfish (Istiophorus albicans), as printed on the pack\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePackaging\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSealed pack\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eAllergen\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eContains fish\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eOrigin\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProduct of Sri Lanka\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch3\u003eNutrition Facts\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhere a nutrition panel is printed on the pack, that printed panel applies.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eShipping \u0026amp; returns\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eShips from our warehouse in Bohemia, New York, and is packed for the carrier within one business day. Standard shipping is free on US orders of $69.99 or more; this is a standard-weight item, so it does not add a bulk-item fee (those apply only to 10 lb rice, 5 kg flour and 1.5 L drinks). Free warehouse pickup is available for online orders. Food items cannot be returned once shipped, but if your pack arrives damaged or the wrong item was sent, contact us as soon as you receive it and we will put it right. See the \u003ca href=\"\/policies\/shipping-policy\"\u003eshipping policy\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/policies\/refund-policy\"\u003erefund policy\u003c\/a\u003e for full details.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDetailed description\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat it is.\u003c\/strong\u003e Thalapath is the Sinhala name for sailfish, a large, meaty billfish; dried thalapath comes as thick, firm pieces that hold their shape in curry. Salting and sun-drying concentrate the flavor and make the fish shelf-stable, which is why karawala is a pantry staple rather than a fresh-fish purchase. Expect a firm, salty, savory piece that softens once cooked.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIngredients.\u003c\/strong\u003e The full ingredient list is printed on the pack.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAllergens.\u003c\/strong\u003e Contains fish. Refer to the pack for any further allergen statement.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow to use.\u003c\/strong\u003e Rinse, then soak in warm water for 15 to 30 minutes to soften and draw out some salt (skip the soak if you like it very salty). Cut into bite-sized pieces and either shallow-fry until crisp and golden, or temper in oil with onion, curry leaves, green chilli and a little chilli powder. For a curry, add the pieces to a simmering coconut-milk gravy with tomato and spices.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eServing ideas.\u003c\/strong\u003e A small dish of fried karawala alongside rice, dhal and a green mallung; dried-fish curry with string hoppers or pol roti; or chopped fine into a coconut sambol for a savory, salty edge.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlso known as.\u003c\/strong\u003e තලපත් කරවල (Sinhala) · தலபத் கருவாடு (Tamil) · thalapath karawala \/ karuvadu.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStorage.\u003c\/strong\u003e Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight; reseal after opening. Many households keep the opened pack in a sealed container in the refrigerator to limit the smell. Because it is a dried, salted product it ships at room temperature.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFAQs\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow do I cook dried fish?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSoak it briefly, cut it up, and fry it until crisp or simmer it in a coconut-milk curry. A little goes a long way: a few pieces flavor a whole meal, so it is served as a side rather than a main.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it very salty?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes, dried fish is salted before drying and tastes strongly of salt. Soaking in warm water for 15 to 30 minutes before cooking softens the fish and draws out part of the salt; adjust the soak to your taste.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo I need to keep it cold, and does it ship chilled?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo. It is a dried, shelf-stable product and ships at room temperature. Store it cool and dry, reseal after opening, and if the smell bothers you keep the opened pack in a sealed container in the fridge.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this the same as Indian or Southeast Asian dried fish?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt is the same idea: salted, sun-dried fish sold for cooking. Karuvadu in Tamil Nadu and Kerala is prepared much the same way and used in similar curries and fries, so recipes from those regions work with this pack too.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is thalapath?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThalapath is the Sinhala name for sailfish, a large ocean fish with dense, meaty flesh. 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