Moongre-Radish Pods

Moongre, is a type of Radish (Raphanus caudatus) despite its resembalance to a french bean! Indeed a radish, but is not grown for its root but the tasty pods that form from attractive flowers. It grows well in cooler temperatures as well as the heat of summer. Popular in Rajasthan as well as in Gujarat where it is known as Moongres or Lila mougri. In Marathi it is known as dingiri, and singra in Punjabi. Best when they are harvested while still small, you can make a chutney by pounding these with some green chillies, and mixing in salt and yogurt.