Moringa Drumstick Curry
Moringa Drumstick Curry is a flavorful South Indian dish featuring tender moringa pods (drumsticks) simmered in a spiced coconut or tamarind-based gravy. It typically includes ingredients like coconut, mustard seeds, curry leaves, and a blend of spices. The dish is a staple in states like Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, and Kerala, often served with rice or flatbreads.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This curry is relatively low in calories and fat, primarily providing carbohydrates from the moringa and coconut base, with a modest amount of plant-based protein. It is an excellent source of key nutrients like Vitamin C, potassium, and calcium from the moringa pods.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 180 kcal |
| Protein | 5 g |
| Carbs | 22 g |
| Fat | 9 g |
| Fiber | 6 g |
| Sugar | 4 g |
| Sodium | 450 mg |
| Vitamin C | 45 mg |
| Potassium | 380 mg |
| Calcium | 120 mg |
| Iron | 2.5 mg |
| Vitamin A | 150 µg RAE |
| Magnesium | 40 mg |
| Folate | 60 µg |
| Vitamin K | 15 µg |
Per 1 cup (240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Moringa, often called the 'miracle tree,' is a nutritional powerhouse whose leaves and pods are packed with vitamins and minerals. Culturally, this dish is a classic example of using every part of a plant in Indian cuisine, as the fibrous drumstick pods are eaten for their flavor and nutrients, while the inner pulp is sucked out and the outer skin is discarded.
