I have been growing snake gourds off and on for the past 10 years, mostly because of their fantastic size and shape — up to 6 feet long — and their easy, pest-free culture. Striped, speckled and ...

Cut the snake gourd into small pieces and steam it. Season with mustard, asafoetida, and cumin seeds, curry leaves and pepper powder. Rock salt and grated coconut are added, mixed well and sautéed for ...

Kaita, or snake gourd, a staple in Indian cuisine, offers a delightful taste and numerous health benefits despite its unusual appearance. Rich in fiber, it aids digestion and supports weight loss.

I picked up a packet of gourd seeds last spring with the thought that some of the little, colorful things would look great in my fall décor. I imagined tucking them into nooks near pumpkins, by straw ...

Many people unfortunately don’t like the gourds. While bitter gourd or karela has a special place on the dislike list, it is not different for bottle gourd or lauki, and snake gourd, doesn’t even get ...

Gourds are plentiful in the autumn -- you'll find them at farm stands, garden centers and grocery stores. Don’t toss your gourds at the end of the season, dry them instead. Dried gourds weigh a few ...