vegetable
Ash gourd
Petha
Measured by weight; no counted piece in the book.
Instead of Ash gourd
PumpkinUse the same weight; peel and cube. It is sweeter and softer, so reduce the simmer by 2–3 minutes.
Bottle gourdUse the same weight; peel and cube. It cooks similarly but is milder and more watery, so simmer uncovered for 2 minutes longer.
Wax gourdUse the same weight; peel and cube. It is the closest texture, though it may need 2 minutes more cooking.
