Marathi Moggu, also known as Kapok Buds or Indian Capers, is a dried flower bud from the Kapok tree, native to South India. It's a highly aromatic spice with a flavor profile similar to a blend of black pepper and mustard, often used in rice dishes like Bisi Bele Bath and in regional curries and masalas. To use it, the buds are typically fried in hot oil or ghee to release their full flavor. Beyond its culinary use, Marathi Moggu is also valued for its medicinal properties, including acting as an antioxidant, a potential anti-diabetic agent, and a wound healer.