Since the name Jadi had an Indian influence, some people thought that this dish also had an Indian influence, but it is not correct. The use of Goraka (a spice) is the best example to prove that Jadi is native to the Southern Province of Sri Lanka. Although the Tamils mainly use tamarind to get the sour taste of their food, Goraka is the most popular spice which is used for preparing fish ambulthiyal in the southern coast.