Achocha

This is a prolific and rampant climber reaching 3-4m, so it will need supporting with a trellis or a frame. The small, cucumber-like fruits have a fresh flavour, a cross between a minty cucumber and a green pepper. Eat raw or in stir-fries when young, and when mature (and they have tougher skins) stuff with meat, fish, or cheese and bake, or make an achocha curry. Can also be used pickled or as a base for chutney. The flowers are attractive to pollinating insects.