Kodaikanal Hill Garlic (GI-Tagged) | Naturally Grown

GI-Tagged Kodaikanal Hill Garlic

Sourced from the hills of Kodaikanal, Tamil Nadu, this GI-tagged Kodaikanal Hill Garlic is traditionally known as Malai Poondu (மலை பூண்டு) in Tamil, Mala Veluthulli (മല വെളുത്തുള്ളി) in Malayalam, Betta Bellulli (ಬೆಟ್ಟದ ಬೆಳ್ಳುಳ್ಳಿ) in Kannada, Konda Vellulli (కొండ వెల్లుల్లి) in Telugu, and Pahadi Lahsun (पहाड़ी लहसुन) in Hindi.

Kodaikanal Hill Garlic is known for its distinctive aroma and strong, characteristic garlic flavour. It is suitable for everyday Indian cooking and can be used in curries, rasam, chutneys, pickles, gravies, marinades and other traditional recipes.

Traditional Smoking Process

One of the traditional post-harvest practices followed by farmers in the Kodaikanal hills is smoking the garlic to help preserve it for longer storage.

After harvesting, the garlic is kept inside a room. Smoke is introduced into the room and the room is closed, allowing the garlic to be exposed to the smoke. This traditional process is part of the local way of handling and preserving the garlic.

Because of this process, Kodaikanal Hill Garlic may not always look completely white. The outer skin or bulb can have a slightly darker or smoky appearance. This is a natural characteristic of the traditional smoking process and does not necessarily indicate poor quality.

Directly Sourced from Farmers

At Naati Grains, we source Kodaikanal Hill Garlic directly from farmers in the Kodaikanal region.

This is a seasonal agricultural product, so natural variations in size, shape, colour and appearance can occur.

Since the garlic is sourced directly from farms and handled as a natural seasonal product, approximately 2–5% of the bulbs may have minor damage during harvesting, handling or transportation. We take great care during sorting and packing to reduce this as much as possible.

Minor variations or occasional damaged bulbs are a natural possibility with a seasonal farm product.

Strong Aroma and Distinctive Flavour

Kodaikanal Hill Garlic has a strong and distinctive aroma compared with many commonly available local garlic varieties.

Its characteristic flavour makes it an excellent choice for traditional Indian cooking.

It can be used in:

• Curries

• Rasam

• Chutneys

• Pickles

• Gravies

• Marinades

• Seasoning

• Traditional Indian recipes

How to Use

Peel the cloves and use them just like regular garlic.

You can:

• Crush it for curries and rasam

• Chop it for stir-fries and seasoning

• Grind it for chutneys and masalas

• Use it in pickles and marinades

• Add it to your everyday cooking

Important Storage Instructions After Delivery

Proper storage is very important for maintaining the quality of Kodaikanal Hill Garlic.

After receiving your parcel, open the packet immediately.

Do not keep the garlic tightly sealed inside the delivery packet.

For better storage:

• Remove the garlic from the packet.

• Place it in an open, dry tray or basket.

• Ensure there is good air circulation from both the bottom and top.

• Keep the tray in a cool, dry and well-ventilated room.

• Keep the garlic away from direct sunlight and moisture.

• Avoid keeping it in a closed plastic bag or airtight container.

Good air circulation helps reduce moisture accumulation and can help maintain the quality of the garlic for longer.

Why Choose Naati Grains Kodaikanal Hill Garlic?

• GI-tagged Kodaikanal Hill Garlic

• Sourced from Kodaikanal, Tamil Nadu

• Directly sourced from farmers

• Naturally grown

• Traditional post-harvest smoking practice

• Strong and distinctive aroma

• Characteristic garlic flavour

• Seasonal agricultural product

• Suitable for everyday Indian cooking

• Available in 250 g, 500 g and 1 kg packs

A Traditional Garlic from the Kodaikanal Hills

Kodaikanal Hill Garlic is more than just another garlic variety. Its geographical origin, traditional farming and post-harvest practices, distinctive characteristics and seasonal availability make it different from many commonly available garlic varieties.

At Naati Grains, we want to bring such traditional and naturally sourced products directly to our customers while maintaining care in sourcing, sorting and packing.

Order Kodaikanal Hill Garlic Online

Buy GI-tagged Kodaikanal Hill Garlic online from Naati Grains and experience its distinctive aroma and strong, characteristic flavour.

Available in 250 g, 500 g and 1 kg packs.