Moongray (مونگرے), jise radish pods bhi kaha jata hai, radish plant ke green seed pods hotay hain jo radish ke phool aur seeds ke nikalne ke baad bante hain. Yeh sabzi winter season mein fresh green pods ki shakal mein milti hai aur retail markets ya local mandiyon mein asaan milna thoda rare ho sakta hai, lekin jab available ho to log ise per bunch (250 g se 500 g) ya per kg basis par lete hain. Moongray ka flavor mild spicy / peppery hota hai, jo radish jaise strong taste ko combine karta hai aur stir-fry, sabzi, curry ya salads mein use hota hai.

Moongray visually small bean-like pods jaisa dikhai deta hai aur bright green color aur firm texture hota hai jo crisp bite deta hai. Yeh pods radish ke shoots par grow hotay hain aur traditional Punjabi/Hindi kitchens mein mogri / moongre naam se popular seasonal vegetable mani jati hain—kabhi tubers (radish roots) ki jagah is unique part ko use kiya jata hai. Moonggray ka texture fresh aur slightly crunchy hota hai, aur isay roast, sauté ya dry curry style mein prepare kiya jata hai.

Cooking / Serving Tips:

Preparation :
Moongray ko pehle achi tarah wash karein aur tops aur tails (ends) ko trim kar dein. Thin pods ko chhote pieces mein cut karna cooking aur serving dono ko easy bana deta hai.

Pakistani / Punjabi Cooking Use :
Pakistani aur Punjabi kitchens mein moongray ko aloo moongray sabzi ki tarah potatoes ke sath cook kiya jata hai—masalon, haldi, chili aur dahi/masala mix ke sath slow cook karne se is ka flavour aur texture bohat unique hota hai. Yeh sabzi roti, paratha ya daal chawal ke sath bohat achi lagti hai.

Salad / Light Use :
Young moongray pods ko halka sa boil ya steam karke salads mein add karna refreshing aur healthy option hai; slight crunch texture salads ko tasty twist deta hai.

Cooking Time :
Medium flame par short to medium cooking se moongray tender hone ke sath saath apna natural flavor barqarar rakhta hai. Zyada long cooking se texture mushy ho sakta hai jab tak aap soft consistency chahte hon.

Storage Tips :
Fresh moongray pods ko fridge ke crisper drawer mein perforated bag ya loose storage mein rakh kar 2–3 din tak use karna behtar hota hai.

Health Benefits & Diet Use:

Digestive Support :
Moongray pods dietary fiber provide karte hain jo digestion ko support kartay hain aur stomach ko healthy banate hain.

Vitamins & Minerals :
Radish pods (moongray) vitamin C, antioxidants aur plant compounds se rich hotay hain jo immune system ko support karte hain aur body ko disease-fight karne mein help karte hain.

Weight & Heart Support :
Low-calorie aur high-fiber nature ki wajah se moongray balanced diet plans mein easily fit hota hai; heart-friendly nutrients bhi mild amount mein paye jate hain.

Who Can Use :
Zyada tar log cooked form mein moongray ko daily meals mein include kar sakte hain — yeh bachon se le kar adults tak sab ke liye generally suitable hota hai.

Who Should Avoid or Limit :
Agar kisi ko cruciferous vegetables se gas ya bloating ka masla hota hai to moongray ko moderate quantity aur light cooked form mein lena behtar hota hai.

Diet Plan Use :
Moongray ko lunch ya dinner mein sabzi, stir-fry ya mix curry ke sath include karna balanced meals ka hissa hota hai — roasted ya light sauté forms diet mein easily fit hotay hain.

Nutritional Value:

Moongray (radish pods) naturally low in calories hotay hain lekin fiber, vitamins aur antioxidants provide karte hain jo digestion, immunity aur overall wellness ko support karte hain. Green seasonal vegetables jaise moongray nutrient density aur crunchiness dono offer kartay hain, jo healthy meals ka part ban sakte hain.

Nutritional Information (Approx per 100g) :

• Calories: low (~20–30 kcal)

• Carbohydrates: ~minor amount

• Dietary Fiber: moderate amount

• Protein: small amount

• Fat: negligible

• Vitamin C: present

• Antioxidants: present