Jamoona Fresh - 2kg to 2.3kg Fresh Kola (Ash Gourd / Winter Melon)

The ash gourd is also known under the name winter melon and has a white, crunchy and juicy flesh. Ripe and unripe fruits are eaten raw, cooked or canned. Winter melons are grown in large parts of South, Southeast and East Asia.

Storage & Use:
In China, ripe fruits are processed into soup, among other things. The hollowed-out bark, decorated with carvings, is used as a soup bowl on festive occasions. In India, the fruits are cut into pieces, boiled in sugar syrup and made into a confectionery called petha. Here it is sometimes presented as a lucky charm at weddings. In Vietnam, ash gourd is made into a popular stir-fry with garlic, onion, cabbage and fish sauce. It is characterized by a long shelf life and can be stored for a longer period of time without any problems.

Benefits:
The ash gourd contains many vitamins and minerals such as phosphorus, calcium, riboflavin, iron, thiamine, niacin and vitamins C. Seeds, fruits, leaves and roots are used in various ways as medicinal products in South and East Asia.