Methi Seeds: Unique Properties & Recipes

Fenugreek seeds are one of the most popular spices in India and give lentil stews and vegetable subzis their distinctive flavor. Their distinctive aroma and taste can transform the taste of savory as well as sweet meals. They are small-sized seeds with a beige color and a faintly sweet aroma.

Fenugreek is native to southern Europe, the Mediterranean region, and parts of Western Asia, India, and North Africa. Both the leaves and seeds are used in a wide range of local cuisines and herbal medicines. Methi seeds have a sweet and nutty flavor, reminiscent of maple syrup and burnt sugar. They are bitter when eaten raw, but when cooked with aromatics and spices, they add sweetness and depth to saucy dishes. Here are a few recipes that bring out the best of the fenugreek flavors: 

Fenugreek Tea

 

The flavor of fenugreek seeds pairs best with black tea, and this tea recipe is easy to make.

 

Ingredients:

  • 1 tbsp methi seeds

  • 2 tsp any tea leaves

  • A tsp of honey 

  • 5 cups water

Instructions :

  • Let a pot of water simmer with fenugreek seeds and tea leaves. After boiling the fenugreek seeds and tea leaves, let them sit for 5-10 minutes in the hot water.

  • After straining the tea, drizzle honey over it and serve it hot. 

Methi Paratha

Make a quick and easy evening meal out of this paratha stuffed with methi seeds! Among the most delicious fenugreek recipes is this one.

Ingredients: 

  • 3 cups methi seeds, sprouted

  • ½ cup gram flour

  • 1 cup whole wheat flour

  • 1 tsp green chilies, chopped

  • 1 tbsp coriander leaves, chopped

  • ½ cup ghee (for frying)

  • ¼ tsp asafoetida

  • ½ tsp chili powder

  • 2 tbsp ghee

  • Salt

Instructions: 

  • Knead all the ingredients together gently. As with parathas, roll the dough into a paratha, and cook it in ghee for 30 seconds on each side. You can serve it hot with yogurt!

In Indian cuisine, fenugreek seeds are an essential ingredient of curry and masala powder. Their rich mineral content includes copper, potassium, calcium, iron, selenium, zinc, manganese, and magnesium. Potassium regulates blood pressure and heart rate in cells while iron provides energy and catalyzes the enzyme cytochrome oxidase. These seeds can be prepared in many different ways, including ground up, in a sauce, or as a paste. The best way to bring out the flavor of your spices is to toast them slowly over low heat. For more unique recipes like this, check out our blog: 

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