Have you ever heard of tiny, melon-like fruits thriving in the sandy expanse of Rajasthan? Those little orbs are kachri (Cucumis callosus), a wild cucumber native to the Thar Desert. Don’t be fooled by their small size – these mini marvels pack a punch of flavour and nutrition!

Nature’s candy in the desert

Unlike its bitter cousin, tumba, kachri offers a pleasant surprise when you bite into it. When ripe, it has a unique sweet-and-sour taste with hints of melon and cucumber. At first glance, kachri looks like a miniature watermelon, with its round shape and occasionally striped or mottled skin.

But unlike watermelons, this desert fruit isn’t just sweet — it carries a punch of tangy, refreshing........

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