Dudhi(approx.350g to 500g)

Also known as:
Bottle Gourd, Boblen, Lauki, Ghiya

Seasonality:
January-March and September-December are the ideal seasons for growing dudhi. It is mostly eaten in the summer season.

Basic Information:
Dudhi is one of the most used vegetables in Indian cuisine. It has a soft and fleshy texture. Dudhi’s mild taste readily takes on the spices and gravy added in its preparation. It is a staple vegetable for summer for Indian households. Bihar and Uttar Pradesh are the leading producers of dudhi in India.

Health and Nutrition:
Dudhi is 90 percent water making it a perfect summer delight. It is low in calories and fat which makes it good for people looking to reduce weight. It is an ideal vegetable for diabetic people. Since Dudhi is low in sodium it is highly recommended for people with heart conditions.

Speciality:
Dudhi can be made into certain Indian sweets as well as non-fried snacks. It is healthy and goes well with several kinds of other vegetables.