Fresh Native Organic Elephant Apple (দেশি চালতা) - 1 Pc (Large)

Indulge in the nostalgic tangy punch of authentic Bangladeshi wild fruits with our fresh Native Elephant Apple (দেশি চালতা). Naturally grown and harvested at peak maturity, Chalta is a timeless favorite in Bengali kitchens. Renowned for its sharp sour flavor, firm crunchy texture, and medicinal qualities, it is the star ingredient for lip-smacking sweet-and-sour Chalta Achar (pickle), refreshing chutneys, and classic Chalta Dal.

Key Features

• ✔ 100% Organic & Chemical-Free: Harvested naturally from village gardens without synthetic ripening agents.
• ✔ Firm & Thick Fibrous Petals: Ideal density for pickling, slow boiling, and pounding with spices.
• ✔ Authentic Sour Flavor: Sharp tangy taste profile that pairs perfectly with mustard oil, jaggery, and chili.
• ✔ Hand-Inspected Produce: Selected carefully to ensure firm skin, fresh aroma, and zero internal rot.

Health & Nutritional Benefits

• Abundant Vitamin C: Powerful antioxidant that boosts skin vitality, collagen production, and natural immunity.
• Digestive Health Support: High dietary fiber content cleanses the digestive tract and aids in relieving constipation.
• Cardiovascular & Blood Pressure Health: Rich in potassium and natural phytonutrients that help maintain blood pressure.

Product Specifications

Culinary Uses

Peel the fibrous outer skin, slice into crescent wedges, and crush lightly with a pestle. Cook with red lentils to prepare soul-soothing Chalta Dal, or simmer slowly with mustard oil, panch phoron, dried chili, and sugarcane jaggery (Gur) to make sweet and sour Chalta Achar.

Storage Instructions

Store whole unpeeled Elephant Apples in a dry, dark place. Once sliced, submerge unconsumed pieces in salted water inside the refrigerator and use within 5 days.

Package Includes

1 x Whole Fresh Native Elephant Apple (Unpeeled)