Nettle
While nettle leaves are known to fiercely sting, they are prized for their nourishing and medicinal properties.
June Ingredients
Apricot
This soft, sweet stone fruit is an important marker of the region of Ladakh.
Chaunsa Mango
Known for its exceptional sweetness, rich aroma, and almost buttery texture, Chaunsa is a crowd favourite.
Raw Mango/ Kairi
With a green waxy peel and tart, tangy flesh, this versatile fruit signals the start of a new farming year.
Sugarcane
Known for its sweet, refreshing juice, this fibrous stalk is a tropical summer staple.
Cashew
A tropical crop valued for its edible seed and fruit, cashew is widely used across cuisines in India.
Cowpea Beans
Cowpea beans are consumed in both fresh and dried forms, each offering distinct textures, flavours, and culinary applications.
Apple Gourd
A tender squash, tinda provides a subtly sweet yet earthy base, absorbing flavours beautifully in traditional Indian dishes.
Bottle Gourd
This gourd has long sustained communities while shaping cultural traditions and rituals.