GREEN BEANS
If the bean snaps in half with a nice crunchy sound, it’s ready.
PUMPKINS
Give the pumpkin a good slap. If it sounds hollow, it’s ready.
ONIONS
When the leaves fall off the plant, it’s ready.
TOMATOES - THE SHAKE TEST
Take a tomato bush and shake it. If they fall off, it’s ready.
TAMARIND - THE TAB TEST
Give the tamarind pod a tap with your finger. If it sounds hollow, it’s ready.
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