Know Your Desi Ingredients Koinar flower The Locavore TeamFebruary 17, 2026 Unlike many edible flowers, Koinar is not used as a garnish but as a side dish to meals. View Post
Know Your Desi Ingredients Kohlrabi The Locavore TeamJanuary 29, 2026 Used in regional Indian cooking and fermented preparations, Kohlrabi is an oft-overlooked winter vegetable.View Post
Know Your Desi Ingredients Turnip The Locavore TeamJanuary 29, 2026 Turnips are hardy winter root vegetables valued for their mild sweetness, adaptability, and long-standing role in seasonal and regional food traditions.View Post
Know Your Desi Ingredients Chhena The Locavore TeamDecember 17, 2025 A fresh and crumbly acid-set cheese, chenna is frequently sold in markets and sweet shops in eastern India.View Post
Know Your Desi Ingredients Elephant Apple The Locavore TeamOctober 20, 2025 With its distinctive sour tang, this versatile fruit adds zest to curries, chutneys, and traditional preserves.View Post
Know Your Desi Ingredients Rugda Mushroom The Locavore TeamAugust 7, 2025 A monsoon marvel from India's tropical forests, this wild mushroom is known for its meaty texture.View Post
Know Your Desi Ingredients Bamboo Shoots The Locavore TeamJuly 21, 2025 A monsoon delicacy in India, these tender shoots are eaten fresh, fermented, or dried.View Post
Know Your Desi Ingredients Khirni The Locavore TeamJuly 14, 2025 Hidden in plain sight, these sweet, golden-hued berries are a cherished taste of summer, defined by their creamy texture and rich flavour.View Post
Know Your Desi Ingredients Spine Gourd The Locavore TeamJuly 14, 2025 This monsoon vegetable might appear prickly, but offers a tender bite, often enjoyed in curries and stir-fries for its mild flavour.View Post
Know Your Desi Ingredients Squash/ Pumpkin Blossom The Locavore TeamMay 6, 2025 Often overlooked as mere flowers, squash blossoms are edible and lend a delicate, sweet essence to several culinary creations.View Post