Lowki
Lagenaria vulgaris
Also known as: Jatilao, Lau, Calabash, White flowered gourd, Dudhi, Sorekai, Gool aal
Cooked pale green round bottle gourd is a low-calorie vegetable commonly used in Indian cuisine, often in curries and stews.
% DV = % Daily Value (adult RDA, ICMR 2020). Values per 100g edible portion.
Bottle gourd (round, pale green) is a widely consumed vegetable in India, appreciated for its mild flavor and high water content. It is typically cooked by boiling, stewing, or adding to dals and curries.
This vegetable is low in calories and fat but provides a modest amount of carbohydrates and dietary fiber. Notably, it contains significant folate (vitamin B9), contributing about 23% of the daily value per 100 grams cooked, an essential nutrient for cell division and metabolism.
Bottle gourd is vegan and gluten-free, making it suitable for various dietary patterns. It is often included in meals like lunch and dinner due to its light and easy digestibility.
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Values per 100g edible portion.
Nutrition data is for reference only. Values may vary by preparation method, brand, and region.
Elongate bottle gourd
Lowki
Smooth skin ridge gourd
Torai
Long snake gourd
Chachinda
Ridge gourd
Torai
Green pumpkin
Kaddu
Jagged bitter gourd
Karela
Orange pumpkin
Kaddu
Ash gourd
Petha
