Fresh Chinese Okra (Turai / Ridge Gourd)

Chinese Okra, commonly known as Ridge Gourd or Turai in Hindi and Beerakaya in Telugu, is a long, ridged green vegetable with tender white flesh and a mild, slightly sweet flavour. It is widely used across South and Southeast Asian cuisines in simple stir-fries, dal turai, coconut-based curries, and peel chutneys made from its skin. Chinese Okra is exceptionally easy to digest, low in calories, and rich in dietary fibre, iron, and vitamin C, making it a healthy choice for everyday meals. It cooks quickly and absorbs spices well, making it ideal for light, home-style cooking. Shop fresh Indian and Asian vegetables online at Little India Grocery for quality produce delivered to your door.