Drumstick, also known as moringa, is a long, slender vegetable that is commonly used in South Asian cuisines. Known for its high nutritional value, drumstick is rich in vitamins A and C, calcium, and iron.
It is often added to soups and curries, where it imparts a distinct flavor and softens into a tender, edible form. Drumstick is also used for its medicinal properties, promoting bone health and aiding digestion. Its slightly sweet, delicate taste makes it a popular ingredient in vegetarian dishes, and its high nutrient content makes it a valuable addition to any diet.
PRODUCT INFO
The pods of the Drumstick or Moringa tree are long, smooth-skinned, dark green, and three-sided. The pods, which can reach anywhere from 6 to 18 inches in length, are soft when mature and have bumps that run the length of the pod, revealing the seed nodes. Within the pods is a fleshy pulp and pea-sized seeds encased in wing-shaped hulls. The Drumsticks are tapered at each end. Moringa pods are bitter with a somewhat sweet taste; their muted flavor allows for a variety of seasoning options. Drumstick pods are rich in nutrients like iron, vitamin c, beta-carotene, copper and iodine.
USES
Young Drumstick pods are ready to eat when they snap apart when bent in half. If the pod is too old, it becomes fibrous and woody. Drumstick pods are typically prepared by cutting into one or two inch pieces and adding to soups, curries, and Sambhar. They are pickled, boiled, steamed, and fried. Drumsticks can be prepared much like green beans or asparagus. The pods can be sliced lengthwise and the pulp scooped out and eaten; in India this is a delicacy.
SEASON
Moringa Drumstick are available year-round in warmer, tropical regions.
