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Two Methods:Drying the leavesDrying the seeds

Dry moringa leaves or seeds are a delicious part to any meal. This article will tell you how to dry them.

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EditMethod 1 of 2: Drying the leaves

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    Cut a bunch of leaves off a tree about 3 inches long. Alternatively you can buy some.
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    Wash the leaves and clear off any dead or infected parts.
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    Get out some string and tie the ends of the leaves together.
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    Hang the leaves upside-down in an enclosed place like a porch.
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    Place a sheet or similar object underneath to catch any oil that might stain the ground.
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    Leave the leaves for about a month or until they will snap off quite easily at touch.
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    Store the leaves in a plastic container.

EditMethod 2 of 2: Drying the seeds

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    Gather a cup full of Moringa seeds.
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    Get out a frying-pan.
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    Place two tablespoons of oil in it.
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    Turn on the stove until most of the oil dissolves.
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    Wash the seeds.
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    Place them in the pan on a low to medium heat.
    • After a while they will start to pop.
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    Let the seeds cool.
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EditTips

  • These seeds once cooked are edible just like popcorn. Add flavour to them with salt.
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EditWarnings

  • Be careful when the seeds are cooking as it is possible that they may jump up.

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Categories: Growing Trees

Recent edits by: Mms10297, Illneedasaviour, Carolyn Barratt

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