Ridge Gourd
Ridge gourd, with its mild and slightly sweet flavour, elevates comforting curries, hearty stews, and simple stir-fries.
September Ingredients
Snake Gourd
Recognised by its elongated, slender form, snake gourd offers a subtly bitter crunch, ideal for stews, stir-fries, and even as an addition to salads.
Moringa
Usually recognised by their slender pods, drumsticks offer a slightly pungent, earthy flavour, perfect for enhancing lentil stews and curries.
Chikoo
With its unique malty sweetness and soft, grainy texture, chikoo makes for a delightful treat, perfect for satisfying sweet cravings.
Pointed Gourd
Monikered the "King of Gourds" in eastern India, parwal offers a tender, slightly sweet flavour that shines in curries and dry vegetable preparations.
Rugda Mushroom
A monsoon marvel from India's tropical forests, this wild mushroom is known for its meaty texture.
Bamboo Shoots
A monsoon delicacy in India, these tender shoots are eaten fresh, fermented, or dried.
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.