Fenugreek or Trigonella Foenum-graecum is a herb native to the Mediterranean, European, and Asian regions. In North Africa, southern Europe, and Asia, fenugreek is used to treat diabetes and increase milk production in breastfeeding women. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat high cholesterol, improve levels of testosterone and estrogen in the blood, and even cure sexual problems.
Fenugreek has several health benefits but it is also used to control appetite and fat intake, lower cholesterol and triglyceride levels, reduce heartburn symptoms, and even reduce inflammation. Fenugreek seeds also have benefits for our hair and skin.
Now, let’s take a look at incredible ways to include fenugreek in your diet
Methi water- To reap the health benefits of methi or fenugreek, soak a teaspoon of fenugreek seeds in water overnight and drink it first thing in the morning. You can also mix a teaspoon of methi powder with water and drink it before a meal as a way to reduce overconsumption of food. Drinking this concoction regularly boosts our immunity and prevents a wide range of infectious diseases.
Methi paratha- You can easily incorporate methi into your diet by adding dried fenugreek leaves into the atta and making it into a paratha.
Methi aloo- Methi aloo is a recipe that is in the back pocket of every home cook. It is easy to whip out in minutes. This humble combination of soft potatoes and spicy fenugreek is wonderful with a couple of chapatis.
Methi salad- Fresh fenugreek leaves can be incorporated into salads. Fenugreek leaves enhance the flavour of the salad and will even encourage you to eat salad more often.
Lemon, Honey, and Fenugreek seeds- If you have a cough or are experiencing cold-like symptoms then mix a teaspoon of fenugreek seeds with lemon juice, honey, and warm water. Drink it multiple times during the day to nourish the body, relieve cough and pain, and soothe the muscles.
Methi dal- Add methi seeds or Kasuri methi to dal tadka to spice up your dal.
Methi Chutney- Methi or Fenugreek chutney is a chutney made with fenugreek leaves, red chillies, jaggery, spices, garlic, and tamarind. It is served as a side dish with the rest of the meal as it offers a well-balanced sweetness and sourness to the dish.
Methi Pakora- You don’t need a special occasion to enjoy pakoras. However, you can change things up and make pakoras even more special by adding dried methi leaves to the pakora batter. Fenugreek adds its trademark warmth and spiciness to the pakoras.
