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Fresh pigeon peas

Also Known As : Green pigeon pea, Fresh toovar, Cajan pea, Catjang pea
Technical Name : Cajanus cajan
Can Eat 0

Vegetarian

Taste Profile

It has a nutty taste.

Usage Tips

  1. Fresh pigeon peas can be stored in the refrigerator and be best used upto 3-4 days.
  2. They can be added to salads, soups, stews, curries and rice preparations like biryani and pulao.

Description

Fresh pigeon pea is a perennial legume within the family Fabaceae and is widely cultivated in all tropical and semitropical regions. It develops in medium-sized pea pods, with four to five developed seeds in each pod. The color of the pod ranges from bright green when young, maturing to display brown splotching to completely dark brown. The peas inside the pods are bright green when young and mature to a light golden yellow. It is a popular vegetable and widely used in salads, curries, vegetables and rice preparations. it has a peak season during the late summer and fall months.

Health benefits

  • Fresh pigeon peas contain B-complex vitamins that help the body turn protein, fat and carbohydrates into energy.(1)
  • They are a good source of vitamin K, an important antioxidant beneficial for cells and boost the immune system. It also ensures proper blood clotting and protects from bleeding disorders.(1)
  • They provide essential minerals to the body such as bone-building phosphorus, nerve-protecting magnesium, iron and zinc that boost the immune system, and potassium that promotes proper nerve function.(1)

Selection Guide

Look for firm, smooth and bright green pods of fresh pigeon peas. Avoid the ones that are yellow, whitish or speckled with grey.

Resource & Links

(1) https://healthyeating.sfgate.com/green-pigeon-peas-healthy-6797.html

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