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steamed lauki Steaming vegetables retains most of their nutrients besides softening them. Direct heat destroys most of the nutrients and water-soluble compounds. Bottle gourd is rich in water, and cooking it on high heat could make it nutrient deficient. Steaming is a great way to preserve nutrients. Whether you choose to steam veggies using an electric steamer or microwaveable plastic bag or using a makeshift vessel and steaming on stove top, you can rest assured that you are eating healthy food. The indirect form of heat helps retain most of the vegetable moisture juice nutrients nutritional value flavor & texture What more could you ask for? You can choose to steam veggies of your choice to preserve their low calorie content and nutrients. Who would forget the flavor and texture? Now you would be surprised to know that steaming the humble bottle gourd (dudhi or ghiya or lauki) can not only retain its moisture, texture, color, and nutritional value,