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Kapok Buds

Also Known As : Marathi Moggu, Moggu, Mogga, Indian Capers, Shalmali, Semul, Ilavu, Puulaa, Mullilavu
Can Eat 0

Vegetarian

Taste Profile

Kapok Buds flavor is similar to that of a combination of mustard and black pepper.

Usage Tips

  1. Kapok Buds are used in rice dishes like Bisi bele bath and pulao.
  2. It is also used in preparations of spice mixes.

Description

Kapok Buds are a type of caper. They are the dried buds of the Kapok tree or the Silk Cotton tree. It is basically the unopened flower buds of the kapok tree. It is dark brown in color. Kapok bud is not eaten raw, but it is always roasted and ground with other spices before adding to a dish. It is used in South India specially in Karnataka and Andhra Pradesh. It is used in Chettinad cuisine.

Health benefits

  • Kapok Buds help to treat diarrhea.(1)
  • It is also rich in antioxidants and works as an anti-diabetic.(1)

Resource & Links

(1) https://www.deliciousfoods.in/spices/whole-spices/marati-mogga-(kapok-buds-)/8906016640679

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