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Psophocarpus microcarpus |
June: Flowering continues, and fruit development begins.
Microcarpus is widespread in tropical regions and valued for its nutritional properties. Used as a vegetable and protein source in local cuisine.
Vining bean with small winged pods up to 10 cm long. Flowers pale violet; fruits mature in summer.
Handpicking young pods for fresh consumption. Using scissors for careful cutting.
Harvest pods in early morning hours. Select firm and fresh pods up to 10 cm long.
Wash pods before cooking. Remove tough veins if necessary.
Stewed microcarpus pods with tomatoes (Stewing with vegetables and spices)
Rich flavor and aroma
Rich flavor and aroma
1. Chop pods and tomatoes.
2. Sauté onions and garlic.
3. Add tomatoes and stew 5 minutes.
4. Add pods, stew 15 minutes.
5. Serve hot.
2. Sauté onions and garlic.
3. Add tomatoes and stew 5 minutes.
4. Add pods, stew 15 minutes.
5. Serve hot.
Fried microcarpus pods with garlic (Quick frying with garlic)
Fragrant and crunchy side dish
Fragrant and crunchy side dish
1. Chop pods.
2. Sauté garlic in oil.
3. Add pods and fry 7-10 minutes.
4. Season with salt and pepper.
5. Serve hot.
2. Sauté garlic in oil.
3. Add pods and fry 7-10 minutes.
4. Season with salt and pepper.
5. Serve hot.
Microcarpus salad with lemon dressing (Blanching and mixing with vegetables)
Fresh and healthy salad
Fresh and healthy salad
1. Blanch pods for 2 minutes.
2. Cool and chop.
3. Mix with cucumbers, tomatoes, and herbs.
4. Dress with lemon juice and olive oil.
5. Serve chilled.
2. Cool and chop.
3. Mix with cucumbers, tomatoes, and herbs.
4. Dress with lemon juice and olive oil.
5. Serve chilled.
Microcarpus curry with coconut milk (Stewing with spices and coconut milk)
Spicy and filling dish
Spicy and filling dish
1. Chop pods.
2. Sauté turmeric, coriander, and cumin.
3. Add pods and coconut milk.
4. Stew 20 minutes until tender.
5. Serve with rice.
2. Sauté turmeric, coriander, and cumin.
3. Add pods and coconut milk.
4. Stew 20 minutes until tender.
5. Serve with rice.