Qu'est-ce que le/la/l'Bottlegourd ?
A mild, watery squash with a light green rind and white flesh, often used in Asian and Indian cuisine.
Quel goût a le/la/l'Bottlegourd ?
Le/La/L'Bottlegourd a un goût mild, slightly sweet avec des arômes faint, fresh, green.
- Taste
- Mild, Slightly sweet
- Texture
- Tender, Watery, Soft
- Aroma
- Faint, Fresh, Green
- Acidity
- Low
Technical Metrics
Valeurs nutritionnelles
Per 80g Calories15kcal
Total Fat0.1g
Saturated Fat0g
Trans Fat0g
Cholesterol0mg
Protein0.6g
Total Carbohydrate3.4g
Dietary Fiber0.5g
Total Sugars2.2g
Calcium20mg
Iron0.2mg
Potassium150mg
Le secret du chef
Bottlegourd releases a lot of water when cooked; salt it briefly before cooking or reduce liquids in the recipe accordingly.
Substituts & Proportions pour Bottlegourd
Le meilleur substitut pour le/la/l'Bottlegourd est Zucchini, à utiliser dans un rapport de 1:1. Similar mild flavor and tender texture, good for curries and stews.
| Substitut | Proportion | Idéal pour |
|---|---|---|
| Zucchini Meilleur | 1:1 | Similar mild flavor and tender texture, good for curries and stews. |
| Ridge Gourd | 1:1 | Similar gourd family, slightly more fibrous texture. |
| Cucumber (cooked) | 1:1 | Very high water content, use in dishes where extreme softness is desired. |
| Sayote (Chayote) | 1:1 | Slightly firmer texture, neutral flavor, works well in many preparations. |
Comment choisir et conserver le/la/l'Bottlegourd
- Choose firm, unblemished gourds, heavy for their size, with a smooth skin.
- Avoid soft spots.
Quels accords culinaires avec le/la/l'Bottlegourd ?
- Ginger
- garlic
- turmeric
- cumin
- lentils
- coconut milk
- yogurt
- chili.
Questions fréquentes
Quel goût a le Bottlegourd ?
Mild, Slightly sweet Faint, Fresh, Green
Quel est un bon substitut pour Bottlegourd ?
Le meilleur substitut est Zucchini (1:1). Similar mild flavor and tender texture, good for curries and stews.
Comment choisir et conserver le Bottlegourd ?
Choose firm, unblemished gourds, heavy for their size, with a smooth skin. Avoid soft spots.