Ash gourd, an underrated vegetable in India, goes by several names; in Hindi it's called Petha, in Malayalam it is Kumbalam and in Odia it is Paani Kakharu ori Boitalu. Scientifically termed as Benincasa hispida, Ash gourd or wax gourd is a nutrient powerhouse. It is commonly used in north India to prepare a sweet delicacy called Petha.
But, you would be surprised to know that there are different other ways this petha can be consumed and there are several health benefits you can get from this easily available vegetable.
