Description
Bottle Gourd (लौकी) – Overview
- Common Name: Bottle Gourd
- Hindi Name: लौकी
- Other Names: Calabash, Lauki, Doodhi, Sorakaya
- Features: Light green, elongated vegetable with a mild, slightly sweet taste.
- Culinary Uses: Common in curries, soups, stir-fries, halwa, and juices.
- Health Benefits:
- Supports digestion and hydration.
- Low in calories, ideal for weight management.
- Rich in vitamins C, B, and fiber.
- Fun Fact: Bottle gourd juice is highly valued in Ayurveda for its detoxifying properties!
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