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How To Clean Shevla

Shevla, a wild vegetable, is available only during the first few days of the monsoon season. Kakda is the fruit of wild yam which is generally sold with shevla as it helps in reducing itching of shevla.

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Main ingredientsShevla (dragon stalk yam), Kakda (fruit of  wild yam)
CuisineMaharashtrian
CourseMain course vegetarian
Prep timedepends on the quantity
Cook timedepeds on the quantity
Serve
TasteSavoury
Level of cooking Easy
OthersVegetarian

Ingredients

  • Dragon stalk yam (shevla) as required
  • Fruits of wild yam (kakda) as required

Method

  1. Peel the outer layer of shevla and trim the bottom as it can cause itching. 
  2. Now you can either chop or slice as required for any recipe.  
  3. Bring sufficient water to a boil. Add the kakda in them and boil for 10-15 minutes and drain.
  4. Press or cut each boiled kakda and discard the seeds. 

    Note - Ensure to wash your hands after cleaning as it may cause itching
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