{"product_id":"tinda-indian-round-gourd-apple-gourd","title":"Indian Round Gourd | Apple Gourd - Tinda","description":"\u003ch2\u003eTinda (Indian Round Gourd) for Everyday Home Cooking\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBring variety to your vegetable dishes with Tinda (Indian Round Gourd) from DesiBasket. Also known as apple gourd or Indian baby pumpkin, this small, round vegetable is used in Indian and Pakistani cooking. Its mild flavour makes it a useful partner for tomatoes, aromatic spices and your favourite curry sauces. Choose from 250g, 500g or 1kg options.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBenefits in the Kitchen\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTinda (Indian Round Gourd) is a versatile choice for simple sabzi, comforting curries and stuffed vegetable dishes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCut into even pieces for an everyday spiced vegetable side.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSimmer in a tomato-based gravy and serve with rice or flatbread.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrepare as bharwan tinda with a spice filling using a suitable recipe.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCombine with other vegetables to vary the texture and flavour of your meals.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIngredients and Composition\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFresh tinda (Benincasa fistulosa, also known as Praecitrullus fistulosus). This listing is for the fresh vegetable, not a prepared dish. Despite the name apple gourd, it is not an apple, and it is distinct from tindora or ivy gourd. Oil, spices and other recipe ingredients mentioned in serving suggestions are not included.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to Prepare\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWash Tinda (Indian Round Gourd), trim the stem and base, and lightly peel or scrape any tough skin as needed. Cut into evenly sized wedges or cubes for consistent cooking. Remove any hard, mature seeds. For a stuffed preparation, make careful cuts or hollow out the centre as directed by your chosen recipe.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to Use for Best Results\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDry sabzi:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sauté your preferred spices in a little oil, add prepared pieces and cook gently until tender, adding a splash of water if needed to prevent sticking.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGravy-based curry:\u003c\/strong\u003e Add the pieces to a prepared onion-and-tomato sauce and simmer until tender throughout. Stir gently to help them retain their shape.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStuffed tinda:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fill prepared gourds with your chosen spice mixture and cook covered, turning carefully, until the vegetable and filling are cooked through.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCooking time varies with the size and maturity of the gourds. Check tenderness before serving rather than relying on a fixed time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eStorage\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep Tinda (Indian Round Gourd) refrigerated and protected from excess moisture. Wash just before preparation. Refrigerate cut portions in a covered container and use promptly. Follow any storage instructions or dates supplied with your order.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"DesiBasket","offers":[{"title":"250g","offer_id":66236345909597,"sku":null,"price":2.49,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"500g","offer_id":66236345942365,"sku":null,"price":4.49,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"1Kg","offer_id":66236345975133,"sku":null,"price":7.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0886\/5149\/7821\/files\/Tinda.avif?v=1792257596","url":"https:\/\/desibasket.de\/de\/products\/tinda-indian-round-gourd-apple-gourd","provider":"DesiBasket","version":"1.0","type":"link"}