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FAQ
Bottle gourd is often used to make curries, sambar, dal, stew, soups, Dudhi halwa and Sorakaya Chutney. Apart from that grated bottle gourd is also added to kofta, paratha dough, Thepla dough, Handvo batter & chilla batter.
Bottle gourd contains almost 96% moisture and is rich in calcium, phosphorous and dietary fibers. The edible portion of the bottle gourd contains 0.3 mg niacin, 12 mg ascorbic acid, 87 mg potassium, 12 mg calcium and 37 mg phosphorus per 100 g [35].
Before they're cut up to be used in cooking, the gourds should be peeled and the spongy flesh discarded. The seeds and skin of young bottle gourds are edible, but as it matures, these lose some of their tenderness. It's easy to prep bottle gourds to use in your favorite recipes, especially if you have a few tips.
Calabash. Calabash (/ˈkæləbæʃ/; Lagenaria siceraria), also known as bottle gourd, white-flowered gourd, long melon, birdhouse gourd, New Guinea bean, New Guinea butter bean, Tasmania bean, and opo squash, is a vine grown for its fruit.
Eating lauki daily can be beneficial due to its high nutrient content and health benefits. However, always ensure it is not bitter and consume it in moderation to avoid potential toxicity.