In stockDrumsticks are highly nutritious, being a significant source of beta-carotene, Vitamin C, protein, iron, and potassium. The leaves are cooked and used like spinach. The immature seed pods are commonly consumed in South Asia. They are prepared cooked in a curry until soft. The seed pods/fruits, even when cooked by boiling, remain particularly high in vitamin C.
The seeds, sometimes removed from more mature pods and eaten like peas or roasted like nuts, contain high levels of vitamin C and moderate amounts of B vitamins and dietary minerals.
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