Tag: foraging
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Celosia argentea – Silver Cockscomb
The first time I got to hear about Silver cockscomb was as ‘Kurdu’ in Pune from a lady whom I met at a local market .She said Kurdu comes in that local market during monsoons only. I tried searching it during the monsoons, but couldn’t find any. Botanical Name: Celosia argentea L. var. argentea Family: Amaranthaceae (Amaranth…
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Mollugo pentaphylla & Glinus oppositifolius – Carpet Weed
Mollugo pentaphylla and Glinus oppositifolius, both members of the Molluginaceae family, are recognized as edible greens known for their bitterness. Varieties exist in many languages and regions. The author shares personal experiences in finding and cooking dishes like dosa with these greens, highlighting their culinary significance and cultural enjoyment.
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