Fenugreek Seeds

Uncooked fenugreek seeds have an unpleasant, bitter taste, so the seeds are usually roasted and ground before use to mellow the bitterness. The seeds are very hard and difficult to grind, a mortal and pestle working best.

Traditional Uses: :

• Fenugreek seeds are rich in vitamin E and is one of the earliest spices known to man.
• Fresh fenugreek leaves are beneficial in the treatment of indigestion, flatulence and a sluggish liver.
• The dried leaves of the fenugreek is used as a quality flavour for meat, fish and vegetable dishes.
• An infusion of the leaves is used as a gargle for recurrent mouth ulcers. A gargle made from the seeds is best for ordinary sore throat.
• Fresh Fenugreek leaves paste applied over the scalp regularly before bath helps hair grow, preserves natural color, keeps hair silky and also cures dandruff.