Jimbu is a dried herb used in Nepali cooking for a savoury, onion-like aroma, especially in dal tempering. If you are looking to buy jimbu online in the UK, explore Jimbu 25g at MasalaMart. Check the product details, current availability and delivery options before ordering.
This guide focuses on choosing the dried herb and using it in a recipe, rather than treating jimbu as essential to every Nepali meal. Household methods vary, and the amount and cooking stage should come from the recipe you intend to follow.
What is jimbu?
Jimbu is a dried herb associated with Himalayan cooking. Its onion- and chive-like aroma gives it a different role from chilli heat or timur's citrusy tingle. The MasalaMart listing describes it as a herb for tempering in oil or ghee and using in dishes such as dal, soups and vegetable curries.
Do not assume it behaves exactly like fresh chives or garlic powder. Start with a recipe written for jimbu instead of making a like-for-like substitution by eye.
Explore Jimbu 25g at MasalaMart
View Jimbu 25g and check current availability. The listed pack size is 25g. The image illustrates the herb, not its retail packaging or the precise quantity you will receive.
Before buying, review the ingredients, allergens, preparation and storage details supplied with the product. If information needed for your recipe or dietary requirements is unclear, ask us rather than guessing from the name or image.
Buying guide: what to check
- Product form: choose dried jimbu when that is what your recipe specifies, not an unrelated herb or prepared blend.
- Net weight: compare the stated 25g pack with the amount your recipe needs; the apparent volume in a photograph is not a measure.
- Ingredients and allergens: check the actual label, including any cross-contact statements.
- Storage directions: choose a quantity you can use and store as instructed.
- Order details: review the current price, availability and delivery options for your full UK address.
How to use jimbu in dal tempering
Tempering means briefly heating seasonings in a cooking fat so their aroma becomes part of the dish. In a recipe using jimbu, the dried herb may be heated in oil or ghee and the tempering added to the dal. Follow the sequence and quantity in your chosen method.
- Read the recipe first and prepare the dal and any other ingredients it requires.
- Measure the jimbu and cooking fat according to that recipe.
- Use suitable cookware and follow the method's heat guidance. Dried herbs can burn quickly, so do not leave them unattended.
- Add the tempering carefully as directed, watching for hot-fat splashes.
- Taste the finished dish before deciding whether to adjust the seasoning.
A generic “pinch per pot” is not a reliable measure for every batch size or product. If this is your first attempt, use a recipe quantity and note how the result suits your taste.
Other ways to explore jimbu
The product listing also suggests soups and vegetable curries. Choose a method that explains when to add the herb rather than simply sprinkling it into every dish. If trying a jimbu-flavoured fat over vegetables, follow a suitable recipe and avoid overheating or burning the herb.
You do not need jimbu for every dal or achar. Nepali cooking varies between households, and leaving it out of a recipe that does not call for it is not a mistake.
Is jimbu the same as timur?
No. Jimbu contributes a savoury, allium-like aroma; timur is a spice with citrusy fragrance and a tingling sensation. They can belong in different dishes within the same meal without being interchangeable ingredients.
If your recipe calls for whole timur, explore Sahara Timmur Whole 100g. For a fuller comparison, read our Timur and Jimbu buying and cooking guide.
Plan the rest of your Nepali pantry shop
Start with the dish you intend to cook, then add only the missing ingredients. Explore the Dal, Lentils & Pulses collection and Nepali Food collection for relevant options.
If you are also planning a gundruk dish, the verified product link is Gundruk Dried Leafy Greens 150g. It is a separate ingredient, not a replacement for jimbu. Follow its own preparation directions.
Storage and UK delivery
Follow the jimbu packet's storage instructions and date information. Keep it properly closed, and retain the ingredient and preparation details if transferring it to a suitable container. This guide does not assign a fixed shelf life.
Standard delivery is estimated at 3–5 working days from ordering, including processing. Working days are Monday–Friday, excluding public holidays. General grocery free delivery is available on eligible orders over £50 UK-wide and over £30 in South East London only. Check the available services, charges and product eligibility for your address before checkout.
Frequently asked questions
Where can I buy jimbu online in the UK?
Explore Jimbu 25g at MasalaMart. Check the product page for current details and availability, then review delivery options for your address.
What does jimbu taste like?
It is used for a savoury, onion- or chive-like aroma. The finished flavour depends on the quantity, cooking method and other ingredients in your dish.
How much jimbu should I use in dal?
Follow a recipe written for jimbu and your batch size. Avoid treating a single “pinch” as a universal quantity, and take care not to burn it during tempering.
Can I substitute fresh chives or timur?
Do not assume a like-for-like substitution. Fresh chives behave differently from a dried herb, while timur has a different flavour and role. Choose a recipe suited to what you have.
Is jimbu suitable for my dietary requirements?
Check the specific product's ingredients and allergen information, including cross-contact statements. Do not rely on the herb's name alone as confirmation.
Does every Nepali dal need jimbu?
No. Recipes differ between families and regions. Use it when the method you are following calls for it.
Related guides
- Timur and Jimbu: buying and cooking uses for a direct comparison.
- Gundruk UK buying guide for choosing dried fermented leafy greens.
- Nepali food online UK guide for your wider ingredient shopping.
Choose jimbu for your next recipe
If your dish calls for the dried herb, shop Jimbu 25g at MasalaMart and check its details before ordering. For questions about the product or delivery, email [email protected] or call 07549 309088.