Source fresh Wholesale Tinda (Apple Gourd / Indian Round Gourd) in bulk from Golden Qaswa, Pakistan. Small, tender gourd essential for specific South Asian dishes. Ideal for ethnic markets, specialty distributors, and HORECA in Europe and the Middle East. Requires careful handling & logistics. Inquire for B2B pricing.
Golden Qaswa specializes in the export of Wholesale Fresh Tinda (Praecitrullus fistulosus), also commonly known as Apple Gourd or Indian Round Gourd. This small, spherical green vegetable is highly regarded in South Asian cuisine for its tender texture and mild flavour, which readily absorbs spices. We facilitate the supply of fresh, quality Tinda in bulk quantities from Pakistan to B2B clients – primarily importers, distributors of ethnic vegetables, wholesalers catering to South Asian communities, and specialty restaurants – across Europe and the Middle East.
Benefit: Meet demand in niche markets. Tinda is a key ingredient in numerous traditional North Indian and Pakistani dishes, particularly stuffed Tinda (Bharwan Tinda) or simple stir-fries/curries (Tinda Sabzi). Its availability is crucial for authentic cooking.
Benefit: Ensure optimal cooking results. We prioritize sourcing young, tender Tinda, selected for their smooth skin, bright green colour, and appropriate size, indicating freshness and desirable texture.
Benefit: Connecting you to a primary source region for this vegetable.
Benefit: Provide a consistent product. Focus on supplying Tinda that are relatively uniform in size , firm, and free from significant blemishes, bruising, or over-ripeness.
Benefit: Maintain quality during transit. Understanding the need for careful packing to prevent bruising and refrigerated logistics (highly recommended) to preserve freshness during export to Europe and the Middle East.
Common Names: Tinda, Tindsi, Apple Gourd, Indian Round Gourd, Indian Baby Pumpkin
Botanical Name: Praecitrullus fistulosus
Form: Fresh, Whole Vegetable; typically spherical or slightly flattened sphere.
Texture: Firm when raw; Cooks to a very tender, soft texture. Contains small, edible seeds.
Flavor: Very Mild, slightly sweet (absorbs flavours well).
Color: Light to Medium Green smooth skin.
Quality Focus: Tenderness (young harvest), uniformity of size/shape, smooth skin, firmness, free from bruising, cuts, or pest damage.
Wholesale Tinda is primarily sought after by:
Ethnic Markets & Retailers: Essential vegetable for South Asian households.
Specialty Produce Distributors: Supplying restaurants and grocery stores catering to specific cuisines.
HORECA: Restaurants featuring authentic North Indian and Pakistani dishes where Tinda is a required ingredient.
Our commitment for this tender vegetable includes:
Sourcing from reliable growers during the peak season.
Harvesting at the optimal stage of tenderness.
Careful handling during sorting and grading to minimize bruising.
Packing in protective containers (e.g., cartons with soft liners or trays) suitable for export.
Strong Recommendation for Refrigerated Transport (Reefers): Essential to maintain freshness, firmness, and shelf life during shipment to Europe and the Middle East.
Handling tender gourds requires care:
Packaging: Packed carefully by count or weight in sturdy cartons, potentially with individual wrapping or cushioning material to prevent damage.
Shipment: Exported almost exclusively via Refrigerated Containers (Reefers) set at appropriate temperatures to preserve quality.
Interested in sourcing fresh Tinda (Apple Gourd) from Pakistan in bulk? Due to its specialty nature and perishable handling needs, please contact Golden Qaswa’s B2B export team to discuss:
Seasonal availability
Minimum order quantities (often requires dedicated refrigerated space)
Quality specifications (size grading preference, etc.)
Packaging requirements
Logistics (Refrigerated transport is standard practice)
We will provide a detailed quote based on current seasonal availability and export logistics.
