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fenugreek Definition

fenu·greek (fenyo̵̅o̅ grēk′)

noun

a leguminous herb (Trigonella foenumgraecum) native to SE Europe and W Asia, used for forage and formerly in medicine and having seeds used in cooking

Etymology: ME fenugrek < OFr fenugrec < L faenum-graecum, lit., Greek hay

fenugreek Usage Examples

Converse of object

  • add: Add 2 pinches ground fenugreek, 2 pinches licorice root, 1/4 teaspoon whole coriander seeds, and 1/4 teaspoon fennel seeds.
  • use: Powders are also fine, but if you use the whole fenugreek and fennel seed, just make sure you crush them first.

Modifies a noun

  • seed: Fenugreek seeds are NOT a good substitute for leaves.
  • powder: HealthAid Fenugreek is a standardized extract of 200mg with 400mg of raw fenugreek powder.
  • sauce: Dad loved the spicy lamb cakes, and the chicken in a smoked tomato and fenugreek sauce was deliciously tender.

Noun used with modifier

  • ground: Curry powders and Indian spice mixes for chutneys and pickles include ground Fenugreek.

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