Freeze Dried Chayote Shoots – Iskush ko Munta (इस्कुसको चुट्टा) 30g

A Himalayan Kitchen Staple, Preserved at Its Best

Iskush ko Munta — the tender young shoots of the chayote plant — is a cherished ingredient in Nepali home cooking. Delicate, slightly earthy, and wonderfully versatile, these shoots are traditionally stir-fried with garlic and mustard oil, added to dal, or used as a nutritious side dish. Now, thanks to freeze-drying technology, you can enjoy this Himalayan favourite year-round, wherever you are in the UK.

Our Nepal Foods Freeze Dried Chayote Shoots 30g are gently freeze-dried to lock in their natural flavour, colour, and nutrients — with no artificial additives and no preservatives. Simply rehydrate and cook as you would fresh shoots.

Why Freeze Dried?

• Retains up to 97% of original nutrients
• Longer shelf life — up to 18 months from packed date
• Lightweight and easy to store
• No artificial preservatives or additives
• Naturally sourced and freshly packed

Nutritional Information

Per serving (15g) / Per 100g

• Energy: 12.4 kJ / 83.5 kJ
• Protein: 0.4g / 2.8g
• Fat (total): 0g / 0.1g — of which Saturated: 0g / 0.1g
• Carbohydrate: 4.1g / 27.3g — of which Sugars: 0.9g / 5.8g
• Sodium: 3mg / 23mg

Ingredients

Chayote Shoots (Thulsi) (Sechium edule)

How to Use

• Rehydrate in warm water for 5–10 minutes, then drain and cook as fresh
• Stir-fry with garlic, ginger, and mustard oil for a classic Nepali side dish
• Add to dal, soups, or noodle broths for extra nutrition
• Use in momos filling or vegetable curries

Net Weight: 30g | Best Before: 18 months from packed date | Product of Nepal

Allergen advice: Packed in an environment that processes Nuts, Sesame, Soya, Wheat, Gluten, Mustard, and Celery.