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Stir-frying

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Mustard leaves

  • November 19, 2025
  • The Locavore Team
A hardy winter ingredient used in delicacies that brings warmth to many.
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Chayote

  • October 20, 2025
  • The Locavore Team
Chayote is a crisp, mild-flavoured gourd that thrives in tropical climates and is widely used in stir-fries, curries, and salads.
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Bathua

  • October 20, 2025
  • The Locavore Team
Bathua is a nutrient-rich leafy green, commonly used in Indian winter dishes like saag, parathas, and soups.
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Ridge Gourd

  • September 23, 2025
  • The Locavore Team
Ridge gourd, with its mild and slightly sweet flavour, elevates comforting curries, hearty stews, and simple stir-fries.
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Snake Gourd

  • September 3, 2025
  • The Locavore Team
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.
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Madras Cucumber/ Dosakaya

  • September 1, 2025
  • The Locavore Team
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.
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Pointed Gourd

  • August 7, 2025
  • The Locavore Team
Monikered the "King of Gourds" in eastern India, parwal offers a tender, slightly sweet flavour that shines in curries and dry vegetable preparations.
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Rugda Mushroom

  • August 7, 2025
  • The Locavore Team
A monsoon marvel from India's tropical forests, this wild mushroom is known for its meaty texture.
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Fiddlehead Fern

  • August 7, 2025
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With its coiled shape and tender, slightly nutty flavour, fiddlehead fern is a particularly prized ingredient in stir-fries and pickles
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Brinjal

  • July 21, 2025
  • The Locavore Team
Known for its silky texture and ability to soak up bold spices, this versatile vegetable stars in dishes spanning smoky bhartas to hearty curries.
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