Tag: Ghiya

Over 90% of people who encounter these terms in Indian cuisine are confused about their difference, and the simple truth is that ghiya and lauki are indeed the same vegetable. Known as bottle gourd in English, this versatile vegetable has a variety of names across different regions, but it refers to a single, nutritious plant from the Cucurbitaceae family.

With its high water content and low net carbs, bottle gourd, also known as lauki, is indeed a perfect fit for a ketogenic diet. A single 100-gram serving contains approximately 2.2 grams of net carbohydrates, making it an excellent vegetable choice for anyone restricting their carb intake.