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Fenugreek Seeds 100g
Our Fenugreek Seeds are a cornerstone of Indian and Middle Eastern cooking, known for their unique bitter-sweet, nutty, and slightly maple-like flavour. These hard, amber-coloured seeds are essential for creating authentic curries, pickles, and spice blends, and are prized for their traditional wellness properties.
Unlock the deep, savoury potential of this ancient seed:
Spice Pastes & Curries: Lightly toast and grind to form the base of Indian curry powders and pastes. A key ingredient in South Indian sambar and Madras curry.
Pickling: A classic whole spice for adding a bitter-sweet depth to pickling brines and chutneys.
Sprouting: Can be sprouted and used as a nutritious, bitter garnish in salads and sandwiches.
Bread & Flatbreads: A traditional ingredient in some Middle Eastern breads.
Wellness Tea: Steep a small amount (½ tsp) in hot water to make a traditional herbal tea. Note: Flavour is very strong and bitter.
How to Use:
Toasting (Essential for Cooking): Dry roast in a pan for 1-2 minutes until they darken slightly and become fragrant. This reduces bitterness and enhances their nutty, maple-like flavour. Let cool before grinding.
Grinding: Use a spice grinder to create a fine powder for curry bases.
Whole: Add directly to pickling liquids or slow-cooked dishes where they will soften and release their flavour.
A Word of Caution: Fenugreek seeds are intensely flavoured and can be very bitter if not toasted. Always use sparingly—a teaspoon is often enough for a large pot of curry.
Storage: Keep in an airtight container in a cool, dark, and dry place.
Recipes & Uses
Fenugreek seeds Recipe
🍛 Methi Malai Mutter (Fenugreek Seed & Pea Curry)
📜 Authentic Recipe
Ingredients:
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1 cup fenugreek seeds (soaked overnight)
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1 cup green peas
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1 onion (puréed)
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2 tomatoes (blended)
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1/2 cup cream
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1 tbsp ginger-garlic paste
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1 tsp cumin seeds
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1/2 tsp turmeric
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1 tsp garam masala
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2 tbsp ghee
Key Steps:
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Soak seeds 12+ hours → boil 10 mins (reduces bitterness)
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Temper spices: Cumin + turmeric in ghee until fragrant
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Sauté onion paste → add tomatoes → cook until oil separates
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Simmer with peas + fenugreek seeds + cream 15 mins
Pro Tip:
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For sweet contrast, add 3 tsp organic coconut palm sugar with cream
🌿 Why Fenugreek Seeds Shine:
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Digestive aid: Ancient remedy for bloating (Ayurvedic texts)
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Flavor science: Contains sotolon (same compound as maple syrup)
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Texture play: Soaked seeds become pleasantly chewy
Serving Ritual:
🍚 Pair with jeera rice + mango pickle
🥇 Other Top Fenugreek Seed Recipes:
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Ethiopian Berbere Spice (key ingredient)
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Turkish Pastirma (cured beef with fenugreek crust)
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Egyptian Hilba Tea (soaked seed drink for lactation)
Storage Hack:
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Dry-roast extra seeds → grind → store as instant "methi powder"
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