Vegetable Names in Malayalam, English, and Hindi: A Comprehensive Guide

Are you looking for a detailed list of vegetable names in Malayalam, English, and Hindi? Whether you’re a language enthusiast, traveler, or someone curious about vegetable vocabulary in different languages, this guide will help you understand the names of common vegetables used in everyday cooking. Knowing these names can be especially helpful when shopping for vegetables in markets or while learning new recipes.

In this blog post, you’ll find translations for various vegetables in English, Malayalam, and Hindi, presented in an easy-to-read table format. Let’s explore the fascinating world of vegetables in three languages!

Why Learn Vegetable Names in Different Languages?

Whether you’re traveling through India, learning new languages, or simply curious, knowing the names of vegetables in Malayalam, English, and Hindi can be very useful. In Kerala, for example, markets are filled with a wide variety of fresh vegetables. If you’re unfamiliar with the local language, it can be a bit challenging to identify what’s what.

Having a clear understanding of these vegetable names helps you:

• Navigate local markets more easily.
• Cook regional recipes without confusion.
• Improve your vocabulary in Malayalam and Hindi.

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Common Vegetable Names in Malayalam, English, and Hindi

Below is a comprehensive list of vegetable names in Malayalam, English, and Hindi. We’ve categorized them into different types of vegetables for better clarity.

Malayalam	Manglish	English	Hindi	Image
പാവക്ക/കൈപ്പക്ക	pavaka/Kaipakka	Bitter melon/Bitter gourd	करेला/Karela
ചുരയ്ക്ക	Churaykka	Bottle gourd	लौकी/Louki
വഴുതന	Vazhuthanaga	Brinjal/Eggplant	बैगन/Baingan
വാളരി പയർ	Valari paya	Broad beans	Paapidi
കുമ്പളങ്ങ	Kumbalnga	Ash gourd/ Winter Melon	पेठा/Petha
മുട്ടക്കൂസ്	Muttakoosu	Cabbage	पत्तागोभी/Band Gobhi/Patta Gobhi
കാരറ്റ്	Carrot	Carrot	गाजर/Gajor
വെണ്ടക്ക	Vendakka	Okra/Ladies Finger	Bhindi
മുള്ളങ്കിക്കിഴങ്‌	Mullangi Kizhangu	turnip/white radish	मूली/muli/Mooli
ഉരുളക്കിഴങ്ങ്	Urulakkizhangu	Potato	आलू (Aloo)
കാച്ചില്‍	kachil	Yam	ज़िमीकंद/ Jimikand
തക്കാളി	Thakkaali	Tomato	टमाटर (Tamatar)
മുരിങ്ങക്ക	Muringakka	Drumstick/moringa	सेंजन/ Sahjan
പീച്ചിങ്ങ	Peechinga	Ridge Gourd	तोरी/ Turai, Tori
കോവക്ക	Kovakka	Ivy Gourd	कुन्द्रू /Tindora, Kunduru
വെള്ളരിക്ക	Velarikka	Cucumber	खीरा /Kheera, ककड़ी/,Kakadi
പടവലങ്ങ	Padavalanga	Snake Gourd	चिचिण्डा/Chichinga,Padwal
ചേന	Chena	Elephant Yam	ज़िमीकंद/ Jimikand
അമര	Amara	Cluster beans	गवार फली /Guar phali
കറിവേപ്പില	curry veppila	Curry leaves	करी पत्ते/ Curry pathe
വെളുത്തുള്ളി	Veluthulli	Garlic	हसुन /Lehsun
ചീര	Cheera	Spinach	पालक (Palak)
മധുരക്കിഴങ്ങ്‌	Madhura kizhangu	Sweet potato	शकर कन्द Shakkar Kandi
കപ്പ/മരച്ചീനി	Kappa/Maracheeni	Tapioca	कसावा/ Kasava
ഉള്ളി തണ്ട്	Ulli thandu	Spring onion	गोली प्याज/ Goli pyaj
മത്തങ്ങ	Mathanga	Pumpkin	कद्दू /Kaddu
പച്ചക്കായ/ഏത്തക്കായ	ethakaya	Plantain	केला /Kela
പുതിനാ ഇല	Puthinaela	Peppermint leave	पुदीना /pudina
പട്ടാണിപ്പയര്‍	Pattani	Peas	मटर /Mattar
കൂണ്‌	Koonu	Mushroom	कुम्भी/ kumbi
മുളക്	Mulaku	Chilli	मिर्च/Mirch
ബീറ്റ്റൂട്ട്	Beetroot	Beetroot	चुकंदर/ Chukundar
കാപ്സികം	Capsicum	Capsicum / Bell Pepper	शिमला मिर्च / Shimla mirch/
കോളിഫ്ളവര്	Cauliflower	Cauliflower	फूलगोभी/ Phulgobi
ചോളം	cholam	corn	मक्का/ Makka
ഇഞ്ചി	Inji	Ginger	अदरक/ Adrak
അച്ചിങ്ങ / പച്ചപ്പയർ	Achinga / pachapayar	Long beans	लंबी फलियाँ/ Lambi faliyam
കടുക് ഇലകള്‍	Kaduku elakal	Mustard leaves	सरसों पत्ता// Sarasan patta
നിലക്കടല/  കപ്പലണ്ടി	Nilakadala/Kappalandi	Peanuts	मूँगफली/  Moong Phali
നേന്ത്രപ്പഴം /  ഏത്തപ്പഴം	nendrapazham/ethapazham	Riped Plantain	केला / kela
ചെറുപഴം	cherupazham	small banana	केला / kela
തേങ്ങ	thenga	Coconut	नारियल / nariyal
ചേമ്പ്	chembu	Taro root	अरबी /arbi
നെല്ലിക്ക	nellikka	Gooseberry	आमला / amla
ചക്ക	Chakka	Jack Fruit	कटहल / kathal
ഇരുമ്പൻ പുളി	irumban puli	Bilimbi fruit
കുടംപുളി |  മീൻപുളി	Kudampuli /meenpuli	Garcinia Cambogia/brindleberry/Malabar tamarind/ Fish tamarind/	कोकम / kokam

Importance of Using Vegetables in Daily Cooking

Vegetables play a crucial role in maintaining a healthy diet. They are packed with essential nutrients such as vitamins, minerals, and fiber, which are vital for overall well-being. Here’s why vegetables should be a major part of your daily meals:

1. Rich in Nutrients: Vegetables are an excellent source of various vitamins like A, C, and K, along with minerals such as iron and potassium.
2. High in Fiber: Fiber in vegetables promotes digestive health and helps in weight management.
3. Low in Calories: Vegetables are low in calories, making them ideal for those looking to maintain or reduce their weight.
4. Antioxidants: Many vegetables, like spinach and broccoli, are packed with antioxidants that help fight inflammation and lower the risk of chronic diseases.

Including a wide variety of vegetables in your diet also enhances the taste and texture of meals, making them more enjoyable.

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Popular Recipes Using These Vegetables

Here are some popular dishes you can make using these vegetables across different regions in India:

• Sambar (South Indian stew): Made with drumstick, carrots, and pumpkin.
• Aloo Gobi (Potato & Cauliflower): A classic North Indian dish made with potatoes and cauliflower.
• Palak Paneer: A creamy dish made with spinach and paneer (Indian cottage cheese).
• Baingan Bharta: A roasted and mashed eggplant dish, popular in North India.

Vegetable Names in Malayalam, English, and Hindi

Learning the names of vegetables in Malayalam, English, and Hindi can greatly enhance your cooking experience, especially when navigating through different regions and markets. Whether you’re in a bustling market in Kerala or cooking a new recipe, knowing these names will ensure you pick the right ingredients every time.

We hope this guide helps you familiarize yourself with the common vegetables in these three languages. Feel free to bookmark this page for easy reference or share it with friends who are learning these languages!

Optimize Your Knowledge with More Language Resources

If you’re interested in learning more names of fruits, spices, or herbs in different languages, stay tuned to our blog for more detailed posts. You can also explore our language learning section to improve your vocabulary further.

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