vegetable
Ridge gourd
Turai
250 g1 medium ridge gourd (about 250 g)
Medium ridge gourd typically about 250 g.
Instead of Ridge gourd
Snake gourd or courgetteUse the same weight; snake gourd is closest, courgette softer and wetter.
CourgetteUse the same weight; salt and drain 10 minutes to remove excess water.
Bottle gourdUse the same weight; milder and softer, so cook gently.
