Young immature pointed gourds are the best for cooking.the skin shall be bright green in color, the flesh inside to be white, and the seeds to be small and tender.

Do not use mature pointed gourds as they tend to be less flavourful.

The fully ripe fruit turns orange and mushy will be too sweet to eat.

It is rich in carbohydrates, vitamin A, and C. It  contains  trace elements of Potassium, Copper, Magnesium, Sulphur and Chlorine.

Parwal or pointed gourd has many health benefits which makes it nutritious.

It is rich in Vitamin A, B1, B2, and C, calcium to name a few.

It has minimal calories in it and helps lower cholesterol.

Parwal is one of the best Ayurvedic cure for gastric problems.

According to Ayurveda, parwal is a natural aphrodisiac which can boost your sex life as well.

It reduces flu, throat problems and high temperature and fights with aging factors too.

It also control blood sugars and cholesterol level.

To store pointed gourd, wash and dry them gently and place them in bags. They should last a week, when stored in refrigerator at 7-10 degree.

Stuffed parwal

Parwal chutney

Veggie peal pakoda

Parwal mithai- a sweet dish