Vegetable | Vegan Vegetarian Gluten Free Low Sodium Low Fat

Vegetable Drumstick

Moringa oleifera Allergen-Free
Vegetable Drumstick

Sourcing & Taxonomy

  • Family Moringaceae
  • Primary Cuisine South Asian|African
  • Seasonality Year-Round
  • Source Moringa tree pods

The Forktionary Angle

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Definition

The elongated seed pod of the Moringa tree, widely used as a vegetable in South Asian and African cuisines, known for its mild, earthy flavor.

Sensory Profile

TasteEarthy, Slightly Bitter, Umami
TextureFibrous, Tender (when cooked)
AromaMildly Green, Slightly Pungent
AcidityLow

Technical Metrics

Nutrition Facts

Per 1 cup chopped (130g)
Calories37 kcal
Total Fat0.2 g
Saturated Fat0.05 g
Trans Fat0 g
Cholesterol0 mg
Protein2.1 g
Total Carbohydrate8.5 g
Dietary Fiber3.2 g
Total Sugars1.1 g
Calcium30 mg
Iron0.3 mg
Potassium260 mg

Chef’s Secret

Score the drumstick pods lightly before cooking to allow flavors to penetrate deeply and ensure even cooking.

Substitutions

Best Match

Okra

1:1

Best for similar texture and a mild flavor in curries and stews.

Green Beans

1:1

Good for a crunchy texture substitute, less fibrous than drumstick.

Asparagus

1:1

Offers a delicate flavor and tender texture, but lacks the fibrous characteristic.

Zucchini

1:1

Provides a soft texture and mild flavor, suitable for stews where shape is less critical.

Buying Guide

Choose firm, unblemished pods. Avoid any that are soft or discolored.

Flavor Pairings

Lentils coconut tamarind chicken fish spicy curries.

Recipes Using Vegetable Drumstick

Subru Uncle's Delicious's Indian Sambar Veg Curry We All Love image 132
To Go Time To Make Curries Vegetables

Subru Uncle's Delicious's Indian Sambar Veg Curry We All Love

This family-favorite South Indian Sambar recipe, perfected over 13 years by Subru Uncle (a former Oman hotel chef!), is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser. Imagine the rich aroma of spices filling your kitchen as you create this authentic, flavorful curry. Served hot with rice, it's a complete meal that's perfect for everyday dinners or special occasions – it even disappears quickly at potlucks! Learn Subru Uncle's secret to a gold-star sambar and elevate your Indian cooking today. Pairs perfectly with our recipe #17933 (presumably rasam).

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