How To Use Moringa Leaves? Simple Ways To Use Moringa Leaves
Moringa consumption is relatively new in western part of the world while on the other hand it has been part of Asian cuisine for ages; not only as a medicinal food but it has also been used as a normal everyday food when it’s the season. Moringa is consumed in varied ways and not only the leaves but also its other parts like fruit and seeds.
Consuming moringa leaves helps in improving overall health and also helps in improving certain medical conditions. It is also known for reducing acne and rejuvenating the skin when applied directly as a mask.
There are multiple ways to use moringa leaves whether you consume it or apply it as a face mask it will improve your health and enhance the glow on your skin.
How to use Moringa leaves in the most delicious and healthy way?
Most people might have seen ads about moringa leaves powder or know about consumption of moringa fruit as cooked vegetables or in soupy recipes but you should know that moringa leaves are edible and can be consumed without turning them into powder and extracting their leafy flavour out of it.
Most of the recipes here are Indian, as I have learned to cook moringa leaves here only which is not only healthy but also flavourful.
Moringa leaves smash
Collect the moringa leaves, it’s really important that you wash them properly. Now chop them fine and temper with curry leaves, chopped shallots, mustard seeds and some chillies as per your preference, cook for a while and then cover it for steaming until properly cooked.
Moringa leaves with lentil
There is this really simple way to cook moringa leaves is simply to pressure cooker it lentils, add one cup of lentils (previously soaked in water), half a cup of moringa leaves two cups of water with a pinch of salt and turmeric powder, now let them whistle at least 4 times and tamper them with oil, mustard seeds and chilly. It’s a healthy and easy recipe. In case you don’t have a pressure cooker you can just boil them all with the lid open.
Moringa leaves soup
In winters this will be one of your most soothing recipes. Take some carrots, onions and tomatoes, slice them in chunks, boil all of it together with moringa leaves. Add some pepper and salt and sip it warm on your cozy chair.
Moringa Tea
While people commonly make tea with moringa powder, you can use fresh leaves instead to make your tea.
Leaves with eggs
I don’t like my eggs plain with salt and pepper so I keep adding different vegetables seasonally, in that case adding moringa leaves is also a great option, in case you feel it’s bitter you can saute the leaves or steam them a little before adding them to eggs.
Apart from making typical recipes of moringa you can start adding them to your other recipes as well in little amounts as seasoning or mixed with salad.
Moringa face mask
Apart from consuming moringa leaves it can also be applied directly on the face for a healthy beautiful skin, you just need to make a mask and apply it on your face for 12-17 mins, that will do the wonderful job.
For making the mask, mix the moringa powder with honey or yogurt to make a paste-like consistency.
In order to use moringa leaves for a long time you can make moringa powder yourself rather than buying them online if you have the luxury of having a moringa tree in your backyard.
Dos and don’ts for Moringa Powder
-    Moringa leaves are slightly bitter. In order to tame that bitter after taste you can use some lime juice.😬
-    Cook moringa leaves properly to the point they are easy to chew, if they are not tender it might be more difficult for you to digest them.🤯
-    Do not consume excess moringa leaves in a day 😳.
Treat yourself with these new recipes, hope the article is helpful, thanks for being our faithful readers😚
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