Source fresh Wholesale Round Lauki (Bottle Gourd / Calabash) in bulk from Golden Qaswa, Pakistan. Tender, spherical gourd ideal for various culinary applications and ethnic markets in Europe and the Middle East. Requires careful handling. Contact us for B2B export pricing.
Golden Qaswa facilitates the export of Wholesale Fresh Round Lauki (Lagenaria siceraria), a popular variety of Bottle Gourd or Calabash, sourced from Pakistan. Characterized by its spherical shape and smooth, light green skin, this tender gourd is a versatile ingredient used extensively in South Asian and other global cuisines. We supply fresh, quality Round Lauki in bulk quantities to B2B clients – including importers, wholesalers, distributors, supermarkets, ethnic food retailers, and HORECA suppliers – across Europe and the Middle East.
Benefit: Wide culinary use and market demand. Round Lauki is used in curries (like Lauki Sabzi, Lauki Kofta), soups, stews, stir-fries, desserts (Lauki Halwa), and juices. Its mild flavour readily absorbs spices.
Benefit: Ensures optimal cooking quality. We prioritize sourcing young, tender Round Lauki with smooth, unblemished skin and firm flesh, indicating peak freshness.
Benefit: Meets B2B standards. Focus on supplying gourds that are relatively uniform in size [Specify common size ranges/grades if applicable], well-shaped, clean, and free from significant bruising, cuts, or decay.
Benefit: Fulfill large orders during the season. Experienced in managing bulk supplies of fresh gourds.
Benefit: Maintain quality during transit. Understanding the need for protective packaging and appropriate logistics (potentially temperature-controlled) for exporting this relatively delicate gourd to Europe and the Middle East.
Common Names: Round Lauki, Round Bottle Gourd, Round Calabash, Ghia / Kadu (in some contexts)
Botanical Name: Lagenaria siceraria
Form: Fresh, Whole Vegetable; Spherical/Globular Shape.
Texture: Firm but tender flesh when raw; Cooks to a very soft, yielding texture.
Flavor: Very Mild, slightly sweet, cucumber-like when young.
Color: Light Green, smooth skin; White flesh.
Quality Focus: Tenderness (indicated by skin), firmness, uniform shape/size , smooth unblemished skin, freshness.
Wholesale Round Lauki is essential for:
Retailers: Supermarkets, grocery stores, ethnic markets selling fresh produce.
Wholesalers & Distributors: Supplying fresh vegetables to various retail and food service outlets.
HORECA: Restaurants (especially South Asian, Chinese, Vietnamese) featuring Lauki in curries, soups, stir-fries, or traditional desserts.
Ethnic Food Suppliers: Core vegetable for specific communities.
Juice Bars: Sometimes used in vegetable juices for its high water content and mild flavour.
Our commitment involves:
Sourcing from reliable growers focusing on quality.
Harvesting at the optimal stage of tenderness.
Careful handling to minimize bruising and skin damage during sorting and packing.
Using protective packaging materials (e.g., cartons with dividers or soft liners).
Logistics Recommendation: While sometimes shipped standard, Temperature-Controlled Transport (Reefers) is often recommended for Round Lauki to maintain firmness and extend shelf life significantly during export to Europe and the Middle East.
Handling gourds for export requires care:
Packaging: Packed carefully by count or weight in sturdy cartons, often with padding or dividers to prevent rolling and bruising. Common carton weights vary (e.g., 5kg, 10kg, 15kg).
Shipment: Sea freight using Standard containers or Refrigerated Containers based on destination, transit time, and client preference for quality preservation.
Golden Qaswa provides reliable access to fresh, quality Round Lauki (Bottle Gourd) from Pakistan. A versatile vegetable popular in many cuisines. Contact our B2B export team today to discuss your requirements regarding size grading, quality specifications, packaging, volume, preferred logistics, and receive a competitive quote based on seasonal availability.
