Ash Gourd

Apart from being best known for the sweet dish petha, ash gourd is also used extensively in states like Kerala and Karnataka. This vegetable has been a favorite in ayurvedic diets for its health and ...

Onam Sadya Recipe: Ash gourd pachadi is touted to be a star dish in an Onam Sadya spread.

Nutritionist Lovneet Batra lists down various health benefits of ash gourd.

Kashi Halwa Recipe: Kashi halwa has a soft and tender texture and melts in your mouth in no time. It can also be an ideal addition to your dessert menu to satisfy your sweet tooth.

Mira Kapoor's Detox Drink: She recently shared image of the petha juice she had and it was everything fresh, natural and healthy. You can make it at home too.

Drinking a fresh juice made with petha every morning could act as a sponge and cleanse your body of toxins, and act as a coolant because of its alkaline nature.

Olan Recipe: The traditional olan combines kumbalanga (Ash gourd) with coconut milk. Some recipes also include cowpea or black eyed peas.

Avial Recipes- While the summer heat might be out to get you it brings with it a range of beautiful vegetables. You've got potatoes, carrots, drumsticks, yard long beans, ash gourd, pumpkin and an endless ...

Onam Sadya Recipe: Olan is best enjoyed as a side dish with rice, idli and appam. It also makes a great combination when paired with Moru curry, another important dish in a Sadya platter