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Similar in appearance to turmeric leaves, the main difference is the strong scent and its white flowers.
HABITAT
Thrives on the dark forest floors under tree canopies of Thailand, peninsular Malaysia, and Borneo.
SEASON
N/A
TASTE/AROMA
Gives a strong scent not unlike the scent of the Pentatomoidea family of insects (hence its common name 'kesing'). When cooked, the flavor is reminiscent of onions.
COMMON USE
Used as a substitute for onions by some Orang Asli groups. Made into sambal, which is the local name for chili-centric condiments.
USE IN DEWAKAN
Semomok is combined with other aromatics and steeped into a broth.
SOURCES
S. N. (2020). Recalling Forgotten Tastes (p. 21). Self-Published.
