November ingredients - The Locavore

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Gongura leaves

August 26, 2026
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These tart, tangy leaves are an inherent part of Telugu cuisine and culture.

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Sugarcane

May 27, 2026
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Known for its sweet, refreshing juice, this fibrous stalk is a tropical summer staple.

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Koinar flower

February 17, 2026
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Unlike many edible flowers, Koinar is not used as a garnish but as a side dish to meals.

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Kohlrabi

January 29, 2026
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Used in regional Indian cooking and fermented preparations, Kohlrabi is an oft-overlooked winter vegetable.

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Turnip

January 29, 2026
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Turnips are hardy winter root vegetables valued for their mild sweetness, adaptability, and long-standing role in seasonal and regional food traditions.

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Fish mint

December 17, 2025
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A herb with an earthy, slightly fishy aroma, fish mint is widely used in Northeast Indian cooking.

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Pomelo

November 28, 2025
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Pomelo is known to be the biggest among the citruses, with well defined tart, fleshy pulp which can be enjoyed as a sweet or savoury treat.

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Kaipuli

November 28, 2025
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Found in abundance on coffee estates in the Kodagu region, Kaipuli, or bitter oranges, are often used to make jams and chutneys.

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Kaji Nemu

November 19, 2025
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A fragrant, seedless Assamese lemon, Kaji Nemu boasts of a Geographical Indication (GI) tag

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Hooker Chives

November 19, 2025
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The lesser known, often confused and equally tasty cousin of spring onions!

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