Wash, peel and remove the large seeds from the ash gourd.
Peel the yellow skin off the lemon and cut into pieces.
If using a young gourd, you can leave the seeds in.
Blender Method
Cut the ash gourd into small pieces.
Add the ash gourd, lemon and mint to the blender with 100ml of water.
Blend for 20 seconds.
Strain liquid into a jug.
Season with black salt and freshly ground black pepper.
Pour into 2 serving glasses.
Alternatively, chill for 30 minutes in the fridge before serving
Cold Press Juicer Method
Put the ash gourd, lemon and mint leaves to the cold pressed juicer.
Season the juice with black salt and freshly ground black pepper.
Pour into 2 serving glasses.
Serve chilled with a sprig of mint and slice of lemon.
Recipe Notes
Recipe Variations
Ash Gourd and Watermelon SmoothieBlend equal parts ash gourd and watermelon in a blender and add honey or maple syrup to taste.Lime and Ash Gourd CoolerJuice 2-3 cups of ash gourd in a juicer, add fresh lime juice and salt to taste. Blend in a sprig of mint or cilantro for a fresh twist.