How you cook petai matters for maximum nutrients

The best way to ensure that you are getting the maximum amount of healthy compounds in petai is to eat it raw, e.g. as ulam. — Filepic

Petai: You either love it or you’re politely pretending to love it at gatherings.

But beyond the strong smell and even stronger opinions it inspires, Parkia speciosa might just be a little health powerhouse hiding in plain sight.