Haldiram’s Dry Petha
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A traditional Indian dry sweet (mithai) made from ash gourd (also known as pumpkin or white pumpkin), transformed into candied pieces.
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The pieces are coated with sugar to impart sweetness, while retaining a firm, chewy, translucent texture.
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Mildly aromatic, often with a hint of kewra (a natural floral essence) to uplift the flavour profile.
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It is marketed as a 100% vegetarian product.
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Shelf life is relatively long (up to ~180 days) when stored in a cool, dry place, away from direct sunlight.
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Typical ingredients include: ash gourd, sugar, natural kewra flavour, and sometimes a preservative (e.g. sodium bisulphite).
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Nutritionally (typical per 100 g):
 • Energy: ~ 347 kcal (≈ 1,448 kJ)
 • Fat: ~ 0 g (or negligible)
 • Carbohydrates: ~ 85 g (of which sugars ~ 82 g)
 • Protein: ~ 1 g
 • Sodium / salt: ~ 0 g -
Allergen / sensitivity note: contains sulphur dioxide / sodium bisulphite (a preservative) — important for those with sulphite sensitivity.

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