Paste

Indian cooking pastes are the essential shortcut to authentic flavour — from everyday ginger garlic paste to rich tamarind concentrate and bold curry paste. Part of our Pickle, Chutney & Sauces range, delivered across the UK by Grocery Wala. Featuring trusted brands including TRS, Sapna, Mother's Recipe, Telugu Foods, FUDCO and Prakash.

Collection Overview & Buyer Intent

UK Indian households shop here for the cooking pastes that save time without compromising on taste. Ginger garlic paste is the most-used ingredient in Indian cooking — used as the base for almost every curry, dal and marinade. Whether you cook daily or batch-cook at weekends, having the right paste in your fridge is the foundation of authentic South Asian food.

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Ginger & Garlic Paste

The most essential Indian cooking paste — a blend of ginger and garlic, ready to use straight from the jar. Available in 300g and 1kg sizes from TRS, Sapna, FUDCO and Mother's Recipe. Shop Ginger & Garlic Paste.

Garlic Paste

Pure minced garlic paste for curries, marinades and breads — Sapna. Shop Garlic Paste.

Ginger Paste

Pure minced ginger paste for curries, chutneys and teas — TRS and Sapna. Shop Ginger Paste.

Curry Paste

Ready-to-cook curry paste bases for quick, authentic curries — Prakash. Shop Curry Paste.

Other Paste

Tamarind concentrate, red chilli paste and onion garlic masala — TRS, Sapna, Telugu Foods and Prakash. Shop Other Paste.

Best For – Quick Selection Guide

• Everyday curry base → Ginger & Garlic Paste — Sapna 1kg (best value), TRS 300g, Mother's Recipe
• Bulk cooking & meal prep → Sapna Ginger Garlic Paste 1kg — ideal for families and batch cooking
• Tamarind-based dishes → Other Paste — TRS Tamarind Concentrate, Telugu Foods Tamarind Paste
• Quick curry in minutes → Curry Paste — Prakash
• Marinades & rubs → Sapna Red Chilli Paste + Garlic Paste — ideal for tandoori and grilled dishes
• South Indian cooking → Telugu Foods Tamarind Paste — for rasam, sambar and chutneys

Brand Comparison

Perfect Pairings from Across the Store

• 🌶️ Spices & Masala — combine pastes with whole spices for deeper curries
• 🫙 Oil & Ghee — fry your paste in ghee or oil as the curry base
• 🥣 Lentils, Pulses & Beans — ginger garlic paste is essential for dal tadka
• 🍚 Rice & Grains — pair your curry with basmati rice
• 🥙 Pickle, Chutney & Sauces — complete your condiment pantry
• 🍞 Atta & Flour — roti to serve alongside your curry

Why Buy from Grocery Wala

• Ginger, garlic & ginger garlic pastes from TRS, Sapna, Mother's Recipe and FUDCO
• Tamarind & chilli pastes from TRS, Telugu Foods and Sapna
• Curry pastes from Prakash
• Bulk 1kg sizes available — ideal for families and batch cooking
• Vegetarian and vegan-friendly across all paste types
• Fast, reliable delivery across the UK

FAQs

What is ginger garlic paste used for?

Ginger garlic paste is the base of almost every Indian curry, dal and marinade. It is fried in oil or ghee at the start of cooking to build the flavour foundation. At Grocery Wala, we stock ginger garlic paste from TRS, Sapna (including a 1kg bulk size), Mother's Recipe and FUDCO.

What is the difference between ginger paste, garlic paste and ginger garlic paste?

Ginger paste is made from pure minced ginger; garlic paste from pure minced garlic. Ginger garlic paste is a pre-blended combination of both — the most convenient option for everyday Indian cooking. All three are available from Sapna and TRS.

What is tamarind paste used for?

Tamarind paste (imli) is a sour, tangy concentrate used in chutneys, rasam, sambar, tamarind rice and marinades. TRS Tamarind Concentrate and Telugu Foods Tamarind Paste are both available in our Other Paste collection.

Do you stock bulk paste sizes?

Yes — Sapna Ginger Garlic Paste is available in a 1kg jar, ideal for families and batch cooking. All other pastes are available in 300–330g sizes from TRS, Mother's Recipe and FUDCO.

Are cooking pastes vegetarian and vegan?

Yes — all cooking pastes we stock are made from vegetables, spices and oil with no animal products, making them suitable for vegetarian and vegan diets. Always check individual product labels for allergen information.