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Fresh Turia | Beerakaya | Ridged Gourd 500g
Pack size: 500g
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Description
About
Fresh turia is a popular vegetable in Indian cooking, also known as ridge gourd, Chinese okra or ridged gourd. Its ridged green skin makes it easy to recognise, and it works well in a range of everyday dishes.
How to use
Wash before preparing, then slice or cut into pieces as needed. Add turia to a curry or cook it in a stir-fry with other vegetables and your preferred seasonings. It can also be combined with lentils for a comforting meal.
Storage
- Keep in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight and use within 2–3 days.
- For longer storage, place in the fridge, wrapped in a paper towel or in a perforated bag; use within a week.
- Once cut, use promptly. Check before cooking and discard if soft spots or mould are present.
Questions & answers
What is turia?
Turia, also known as beerakaya, ridge gourd or ridged gourd, is a green vegetable with ridged skin commonly used in Indian cooking.
How do I prepare fresh turia?
Wash it before preparing, then slice or cut it into pieces as needed. Check it before cooking and discard it if it has soft spots or mould.
How can I cook ridged gourd?
Add it to a curry or stir-fry with other vegetables and your preferred seasonings. It can also be cooked with lentils.
How should I store fresh turia?
Keep it in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight and use within 2–3 days. For longer storage, refrigerate it wrapped in a paper towel or in a perforated bag and use within a week.
How soon should I use turia once it has been cut?
Use cut turia promptly.
How much turia is in the pack?
The pack contains 500g of fresh turia.
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