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Moringa Leaves (Drumstick Leaves)

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The most nutritious leaf on the planet! The miraculous greenery that sustains the South Indian table

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Description

Leaves of Moringa, called the 'miracle tree' in Ayurveda. Astonishingly rich in vitamins, minerals, protein, possessing bittersweetness and a mugwort-like flavor.

Classification: For Health Conscious,Vegetable,Superfood,Diet

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How to use

Ingredients

  • Raw Moringa leaves

Instructions

  1. Strip Moringa leaves from branches, wash briefly with water.
  2. Temper mustard seeds, Urad Dal, red chilies in a pan.
  3. Add Moringa leaves and coconut fine (grated coconut), stir-fry briefly until leaves wilt into 'Moringa Poriyal (South Indian stir-fry)'.
Learn more Substitutes, pairings, tips

Key spices

None

Substitutes at Japanese supermarkets

Spinach or mugwort (different nutrients but as leafy veg sub)

Pairing

Moringa Poriyal, Sambar, Dal (Lentil soup)

Trivia

[Hardcore] Traded expensively in Japan as 'superfood powder supplements', but just leaves growing in gardens for South Indian homes. The local daily routine uses 'fruits (drumsticks)' for Sambar and these 'leaves' for stir-fries.

Eating tips & etiquette

[Unique Usage] Toss a handful of Moringa leaves heavily into lentil soup (Dal) at the finish, gulping down the 'earth's energy' dissolved into the spice soup whole!

Allergen

None

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