Description
Fenugreek is an annual plant belonging to the family Fabaceae, with leaves consisting of three small ovate to oblong leaflets. It is produced worldwide as a semiarid crop. Its leaves and seeds are common ingredients in dishes from the Indian subcontinent and have been used as a culinary ingredient since olden times. Fenugreek is used as a spice (seeds), a herb (dried or fresh leaves), and vegetable (sprouts, fresh leaves, and microgreens). The distinctive maple syrup aroma of fenugreek is because of a chemical compound called sotolon.
Sun-dried fenugreek leaves are generally known as Kasuri methi. It is used in various Indian dishes including curries and snacks, as it gives vegetables and other ingredients a delicious flavor.
Zafran Naturals Kasuri methi has a fresh aroma and is completely pure in nature.
Nutritional Facts
| Serving Size | 100g |
| Energy | 49 Kcal |
| Protein | 4 g |
| Total Lipid (fat) | 1 g |
| Carbohydrate | 6 g |
| Fiber | 1 g |
| Calcium | 395 mg |
| Iron | 2 mg |
| Phosphorus | 51 mg |
Health Benefits:
- Lowers cholesterol
- Beneficial for skin
- Good for heart
- Maintain Diabetes
- Normalize blood lipids
Usage:
Fresh fenugreek leaves are an ingredient in some curries, such as with potatoes in cuisines of the Indian subcontinent to make “aloo methi” curry. Sprouted seeds and fenugreek greens are used in salads. Roast and add it to curries, to enhance the aroma and flavor. Add it to the whole wheat dough to make flavourful rotis and parathas. Use it as a condiment for flavoring various curries and subzis. This herb is a very popular ingredient in handi recipes.
