While the food-waste-reduction angle of eating painted gourds is admirable, let’s face it: They won't be nearly as delicious or easy to prepare as relatives like butternut squash or zucchini.

Most children don’t like gourds. They won’t eat it unless mashed and sneakily blended into food. I’m guilty (and proud) of regularly smuggling mashed pumpkin into my son’s weaning meals.

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A quick stir-fry can work wonders for your gourd! Toss lauki or torai in a hot pan with a dash of olive oil and your favourite spices—think cumin, coriander, and a pinch of turmeric. Add a ...

Travis Gienger's gourd took first place at the 50th World Championship Pumpkin Weigh-Off in California Lizzie Hyman is a Writer-Reporter for PEOPLE, where she contributes in-depth features and ...

Here is a detailed look at eight healthy and tasty way by which you can incorporate bottle gourd (lauki) into your diet.

Gourds should be stored in the salad tray of the fridge, where they will keep for 3-4 days. They do not freeze well, although some varieties such as the wax gourd may be pickled.

Bitter gourd is known for its sharp taste and packed with essential vitamins, this vegetable is incredibly healthy, but its bitterness makes it hard to enjoy. Generously rub salt on the sliced bitter ...

The bumpy, green gourd, which can be mistaken for jambu batu, is a thin-skinned squash from the Cucurbitacaec family. (www.britannica.com) Although a fruit, the squash is versatile and can be ...

Made with a mix of bottle gourd (lauki), ridge gourd (torai), paneer, rice flour and gram flour, these pancakes are power-packed with protein and fibre. Make them for a wholesome breakfast meal or ...