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Aakur/Ankur: The Vibrant Goan Edible Fern
Aakur/Ankur, in literal terms, means a shoot. In Goa, it is a name for an edible golden-green fern that grows in marshy and mangrove areas and is considered a delicacy too.
(more…)Revel in the delights of seasonal vegetables which are packed with nutrients and bursting with flavors.
Takla (Cassia Tora): Wild Monsoon Superfood
Cassia Tora aka Takla pronounced as टाकळयाची भाजी is a leafy vegetable that is specifically available during monsoons. It is a ran bhaji aka wild food and is found in many regions of India eg. Maharashtra, Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh, etc.
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All about the wild Dragon Stalk Yam (Shevala/Shevla)
With the arrival of the first few showers of rain, nature comes alive with a variety of seasonal greens. You also get a variety of these interesting leafy vegetables in the local markets for a short time. One such vegetable is Dragon Stalk Yam which is mainly available just before the monsoons begin. While it may continue to be available during the early monsoons, the ones you get just before the rains are said to be tastier and flavourful.
Traditionally used in regional cuisine, this wild food not only adds variety to the plate but connects us to nature, local wisdom and even our food traditions.
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