Fenugreek Seed

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OliveNation Fenugreek Seeds - Fenugreek seeds from the Trigonella plant are a popular spice used in Indian, Ethiopian and other Asian cuisines. Fenugreek leaves, also known as Methi are widely used in Indian cooking. But the tiny, brownish-yellow fenugreek seeds, with their distinctive sweet aroma and pungent taste are an essential ingredient when making curries, chutney and and dishes like, Indian-Spiced Chicken with Lime and Cilantro.

Fenugreek seeds can be dry-roasting to give them a slightly nutty taste. They can be used whole or ground into a powder to season roasted chicken, lamb or pork. Use fenugreek seeds, cumin, garlic, fresh ginger and coconut milk to make a delicious bowl of Ethiopian red lentils soup.

How to Make Fenugreek Tea

Fenugreek tea been used to soothe an upset stomach upset and heartburn. Steep 1 teaspoon of fenugreek seeds in a cup of hot water for 3 minutes. To enhance the flavor, add herbal tea leaves and sweeten with honey and lemon. Combine fresh ginger root, anise, lemon, hot water, honey and fenugreek seeds to make a healthy hot tea during cold and flu season.