September Ingredients - The Locavore

Bamboo Shoots

A monsoon delicacy in India, these tender shoots are eaten fresh, fermented, or dried.

This monsoon vegetable might appear prickly, but offers a tender bite, often enjoyed in curries and stir-fries for its mild flavour.

A berry with a sharp tang, Karonda is used in pickles, condiments, sherbets, and even as beedi-rolling paper.

Packed with fibre, cluster beans can easily become comfort food when cooked with flavour and patience.

This bold, aromatic herb is used as a seasoning or as a garnish across a range of cuisines.

Bursting with a sweet-tangy flavour, this tropical fruit can be enjoyed raw, pickled, or juiced.

Often mistaken for a tiny cucumber, tendli delivers a crisp, tangy bite to curries and stir-fries.

A summer favourite for many, Lady's Finger sparkles in crispy stir-fries, delicious sabzis and savoury stuffed dishes.