Ridge Gourd or Luffa, as it is also known, can appear to be an intimidating vegetable to cook with, but do not be deceived! Ridge Gourd can easily be curried, made in to dosas, fritters and also made in to soup! Amongst many health benefits ridge gourd has blood purifying properties, aids weight loss and is very good for liver nourishment! So don’t be afraid of ridge gourd if you have not cooked with it before, it really is harmless…