Fenugreek seeds have important health properties, for example they are useful for losing weight, preventing diabetes, lowering cholesterol and promoting milk production after pregnancy. They can be included in the diet in many ways and in addition to seeds, fenugreek sprouts can also be eaten. If you prefer to grind them, you can use them to add a note that is both sweet and bitter to your favorite dishes.
Steps
Method 1 of 3: Leave them to soak
Step 1. Pour 250ml of hot water over the seeds
First, place them in a bowl or container of your choice, then submerge them with hot, but not boiling, water. If the place where you live allows it, you can use either mineral water or tap water.
Many people consume fenugreek seeds to increase their chances of success with their weight loss diet, as they are assumed to facilitate digestion
Step 2. Leave the seeds to soak overnight
You can leave the bowl at room temperature on the kitchen counter. If you want to protect the seeds from insects or dust, cover the container with a lid or cling film.
Step 3. Drain the seeds from excess water
Slowly pour them into a colander and let them drain for a few moments. If the amount exceeds your daily portion, you can transfer the extra seeds to an airtight container and refrigerate them for up to 5 days.
Step 4. Eat the seeds on an empty stomach if you are trying to lose weight
If you have resorted to fenugreek seeds to be able to lose lost more easily, it is best to consume them on an empty stomach as soon as you wake up in the morning. Eat them every day after leaving them to soak and drain to aid digestion and the loss of unwanted pounds. Generally the recommended daily dose is roughly equivalent to one cup.
Method 2 of 3: Eat the Sprouts
Step 1. Soak the seeds in 250ml of warm (not boiling) water
Leave them to soak until the following morning, then drain them by pouring them into a fine mesh colander.
Step 2. Wrap the seeds in a damp cloth
The best fabric is muslin, but alternatively cotton or linen can also work. Moisten the cloth with warm water before wrapping it around the seeds, then place the bundle in a place where it will not be disturbed.
Step 3. Wait 3-4 days for the seeds to germinate
Check them daily, after a couple of days you should notice that they are starting to sprout. On the third day you can use the seeds if they have fully germinated, otherwise wait another 12-24 hours. If you prefer, rinse them under water before eating them.
Fenugreek sprouts can be stored in the refrigerator for up to a week
Step 4. Eat the sprouts alone or add them to the salad
If you want to use them to make it easier for you to lose weight, it's best to consume them on an empty stomach as soon as you wake up. If the idea of eating them alone doesn't appeal to you, you can add them to other fresh ingredients and make a salad for lunch.
Method 3 of 3: Incorporate Fenugreek to Your Diet
Step 1. Use fenugreek seed powder to flavor vegetables
You can grind the seeds using a grinder or food processor. Once you have reduced them to a fine powder, you can use them to flavor your favorite side dishes. Sprinkle the powder on the plate as you do with salt to add a note that is both sweet and bitter to the vegetables.
- The ground seeds are also suitable for flavoring meat.
- Store fenugreek seed powder in an airtight container, it will last up to a year.
Step 2. Make a seed paste to add to curry dishes
Grind the seeds using a spice grinder or food processor until you get a very fine powder, then gradually add some water to make a paste. Once ready, you can use it to add a sweet note to your curries.
Step 3. Toast the seeds and use them to add a crunchy note to dishes
Pour the fenugreek seeds into a pan and roast them over medium-high heat for 1-2 minutes, stirring often. When finished, let them cool and then sprinkle a spoonful of it on the sautéed vegetables, for example.
You can also add toasted seeds to salads or pasta topped with a vegetable sauce
Advice
- You can buy fenugreek seeds online or in stores that specialize in organic and natural foods.
- Another good option is to use them to prepare an herbal tea.
Warnings
- Fenugreek seeds can cause unwanted side effects, including stomach pain, flatulence, and dysentery.
- Applied to the skin, fenugreek seeds can cause mild irritation.
