Turkey Berry
Often resembling tiny green peas, Turkey Berries are bitter yet earthy, adding depth to curries, stews, and chutneys.
Karnataka State
Madras Cucumber/ Dosakaya
Often mistaken for a large cucumber, Dosakaya delivers a unique mild tang and crisp texture, making it a staple in South Indian curries and stews.
Rugda Mushroom
A monsoon marvel from India's tropical forests, this wild mushroom is known for its meaty texture.
Fiddlehead Fern
With its coiled shape and tender, slightly nutty flavour, fiddlehead fern is a particularly prized ingredient in stir-fries and pickles
Shevla / Dragon Stalk Yam
Often recognised by its unique fibrous stalk, Dragon Stalk Yam offers an earthy, meaty flavour.
Spine Gourd
This monsoon vegetable might appear prickly, but offers a tender bite, often enjoyed in curries and stir-fries for its mild flavour.
Karonda / Bengal Currant
A berry with a sharp tang, Karonda is used in pickles, condiments, sherbets, and even as beedi-rolling paper.
Java Apple
Known for its crisp bite and subtle sweetness, this tropical fruit adds a refreshing crunch to salads, chutneys, and summertime sips.
Guar Phalli
Packed with fibre, cluster beans can easily become comfort food when cooked with flavour and patience.