Fenugreek can do it all: Try it in your cooking
What's the story
Fenugreek is a powerful herb with a rich history spanning the Mediterranean, Middle East, and South Asia. For centuries, people have used it in cooking and as a natural remedy. Both its seeds and leaves possess a unique sweet and nutty flavor, lending a depth of taste to vegan dishes. In this article, we share five creative ways to use fenugreek in your vegan cooking.
Curries
Transform your curries
Fenugreek seeds are the secret ingredient you need to take your vegan curries to the next level. Just a teaspoon of these magic seeds adds a deep, caramel-like sweetness to your curry paste or sauce, perfectly balancing out the heat of the spices. Pro tip: Toast the seeds lightly before grinding them into a powder or add them whole while cooking.
Flatbreads
Aromatic fenugreek flatbreads
Add a dash of flavor to your homemade flatbreads by kneading in some ground fenugreek leaves, or kasuri methi, into the dough. Simply mix in a couple of tablespoons of kasuri methi to your flour before kneading. Not only will this add a hint of sweetness, but it will also make your flatbreads smell amazing and taste even better. Enjoy them with your favorite dips or alongside a delicious curry.
Salads
Enhance your salads
Fresh fenugreek leaves will change the way you make salads. Finely chop the leaves and toss them with your favorite salad greens. You'll be pleasantly surprised by the flavor explosion! They add a refreshing bitterness that balances both sweet and savory elements. The distinctive taste of fenugreek is especially delicious with citrus dressings or vinaigrettes, bringing complexity to even the most basic salads.
Desserts
Sweet fenugreek desserts
Fenugreek isn't just for savory dishes; it shines in sweet vegan desserts too. Create a fenugreek-infused syrup by simmering fenugreek seeds with sugar and water until it thickens. This fragrant syrup can be drizzled over pancakes, waffles, or incorporated into cakes, adding a unique sweetness that will elevate any dessert.
Smoothies
Nutritious smoothie booster
Adding just half a teaspoon of ground fenugreek seeds to your go-to smoothie can seriously up the flavor game without throwing off the taste. This tiny addition not only adds a unique flavor but also packs a health punch, helping with digestion and reducing inflammation. Thanks to its high fiber and antioxidant content, it's a nutritious add-on to any smoothie.