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Fresh Dudhi Long (Bottle Gourd) – Mild Gourd for Indian CookingFresh Dudhi Long, also known as Bottle Gourd, Lauki, Doodhi, Sorakkai and Sorekayi, is a pale green gourd with mild-f lavoured flesh that readily takes on spices and sauces. Use it in everyday sabzi, dal, kofta curry, soup and traditional sweets. Find it in our Everyday Vegetables collection or explore all fresh produce in Fresh Foods.Why Choose Fresh Dudhi Long? Fresh long bottle gourd with pale green skin Mild flavour that pairs well with spices Flesh softens when simmered Suitable for savoury dishes and traditional sweets Easy to peel, chop or grate for different recipes Serving SuggestionsPeel and cube dudhi for Lauki Sabzi with cumin, ginger and green chilli, or simmer it with dal. Grate it for kofta curry or Lauki Halwa, and blend cooked dudhi into soup. If the gourd tastes unusually bitter after cutting, do not use it.Product Details Product: Dudhi Long Also known as: Bottle Gourd, Lauki, Doodhi, Sorakkai, Sorekayi Form: Fresh whole long gourd Taste: Mild and neutral Texture: Firm when raw and tender when cooked Best for: Sabzi, dal, kofta curry, soup and halwa Preparation: Wash, peel and cut or grate as required Storage: Keep refrigerated and use while fresh Frequently Asked QuestionsHow do I know if dudhi is fresh?Choose a firm gourd with pale green skin and no soft spots or heavy yellowing.Do I need to peel dudhi?Yes. Wash it first, remove the outer skin and cut or grate the flesh for your recipe.Can I freeze dudhi?For the best texture, cook it first, cool completely and freeze in a suitable container. Show more