Authentic Fresh Snake Gourd (Padavalanga & Chichinda) | MalabarMart.co.uk

Hydrating & Crisp: Fresh Snake Gourd (Potlakaya), Available at MalabarMart.co.uk

Rejuvenate your daily meals with Fresh Snake Gourd, the hydrating superfood essential for traditional South Asian cooking. Known as Padavalanga (പടവലങ്ങ) in Malayalam and Chichinda (चचिंडा) or Padwal in Hindi, this slender, striped vegetable is celebrated for its mild, refreshing flavour and cooling properties. At Malabar Mart, we source young and tender gourds to ensure a crisp texture that perfectly complements a coconut-based Padavalanga Thoran, a creamy Pudalangai Kootu, or a light summer stew. For a reliable supply of firm, waxy-skinned snake gourd that retains its garden-fresh snap, make sure to shop via Malabar Mart.

Product Details & Culinary Uses:

• Appearance: Long, cylindrical green pods with distinctive white stripes, hand-picked for Malabar Mart quality standards.

• Texture & Flavour: Mildly sweet and crunchy when young; the succulent white flesh absorbs spices beautifully during cooking.

• Top Culinary Uses: A versatile ingredient for stir-fries, Dals, and stuffed vegetable recipes. It is the star of the traditional Kerala-style Padavalanga Parippu curry.

• Hydration Hero: With a high water content, it is an ideal "cooling" vegetable for balancing spicy heat in your diet.

• Kitchen Tip: To maintain the signature Malabar Mart freshness, store in a perforated bag in the fridge and use within 5–7 days.

Health & Nutritional Benefits:

• Low Calorie & High Fibre: An excellent choice for weight management and digestive health, providing just ~18-20 calories per 100g.

• Detoxifying Properties: Known in Ayurveda for supporting liver health and acting as a natural diuretic to flush out toxins.

• Immunity Support: Naturally rich in Vitamins A, B, and C, along with essential minerals like Magnesium and Potassium.

• Heart Healthy: Contains zero cholesterol and helps in maintaining healthy blood pressure levels.