{"product_id":"natco-minced-garlic-and-ginger-paste","title":"Natco Minced Garlic and Ginger Paste","description":"\u003ch2\u003eNatco Minced Garlic \u0026amp; Ginger Paste 190g – The Essential South Asian Cooking Shortcut\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eIf there is a single step that defines the foundation of South Asian cooking, it is this: \u003cstrong\u003egarlic and ginger\u003c\/strong\u003e. Before the spices go in, before the tomatoes, before anything — it starts with garlic and ginger sizzling in hot oil, releasing that unmistakable aroma that signals something delicious is on the way.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNatco Minced Garlic and Ginger Paste\u003c\/strong\u003e gives you that essential base ingredient, ready to go, every single time. No peeling. No grating. No pungent fingers. Just a spoonful of perfectly minced, blended garlic and ginger that delivers the authentic flavour your curries, dals, and marinades need — in seconds.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhy Garlic \u0026amp; Ginger Together?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn South Asian cooking, garlic and ginger are almost always used together — and for good reason. \u003cstrong\u003eGarlic\u003c\/strong\u003e provides deep, savoury warmth and body. \u003cstrong\u003eGinger\u003c\/strong\u003e adds brightness, freshness, and a gentle heat that lifts the whole dish. Combined in the right ratio, they create the aromatic base that underpins hundreds of curries, biryanis, kebabs, and marinades across Indian, Pakistani, and Bangladeshi cuisine.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eNatco’s paste blends both in a well-balanced ratio so you get the depth of garlic and the brightness of ginger in every spoonful — no guesswork required.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGarlic \u0026amp; Ginger in One Jar\u003c\/strong\u003e – The perfect ready-to-use blend — no peeling, chopping, or grating\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAuthentic Flavour\u003c\/strong\u003e – Minced rather than pureed for real texture and depth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConsistent Ratio\u003c\/strong\u003e – Perfectly balanced every time — no under or over-garlicking your curry\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTrusted Natco Brand\u003c\/strong\u003e – A staple in South Asian kitchens across the UK for decades\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTime-Saving\u003c\/strong\u003e – Cuts prep time dramatically without sacrificing flavour\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVersatile\u003c\/strong\u003e – Works across curries, marinades, stir-fries, soups, and more\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e190g Jar\u003c\/strong\u003e – Generous size for regular cooking\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow to Use\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e🍲 Curry Base\u003c\/strong\u003e — Add 1–2 teaspoons to hot oil at the start of your curry, cook for 1–2 minutes until fragrant, then add your spices and onions. This is the foundation of almost every South Asian curry.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e🍖 Marinades\u003c\/strong\u003e — Mix with yoghurt, spices, and lemon juice to create an instant marinade for chicken tikka, lamb kebabs, seekh kebabs, or paneer. Leave to marinate for at least 2 hours, ideally overnight.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e🍛 Biryani \u0026amp; Rice Dishes\u003c\/strong\u003e — Essential in the meat gravy layer of any good biryani. Stir through with whole spices and caramelised onions for maximum flavour.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e🥘 Dal \u0026amp; Lentils\u003c\/strong\u003e — Stir into your tarka for an instant aromatic lift that transforms a simple dal into something deeply satisfying.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e🍜 Noodles \u0026amp; Stir-Fries\u003c\/strong\u003e — Works brilliantly in Indo-Chinese cooking — add to hot oil before tossing through noodles, fried rice, or vegetable stir-fries.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e🥗 Soups \u0026amp; Stews\u003c\/strong\u003e — Stir a teaspoon into lentil soups, slow cooker stews, or broths for an instant depth of flavour.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow Much to Use?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eAs a general guide: \u003cstrong\u003e1 teaspoon\u003c\/strong\u003e of paste is roughly equivalent to one clove of garlic and a small piece of fresh ginger. 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