๐ซTrigonella foenum-graecum
Fenugreek (shanbalileh)
Trigonella foenum-graecum
Bitter golden seeds and tender leaves used in Persian stews and as a daily blood-sugar tonic.
Traditional use
Soaked seeds eaten in the morning for blood-sugar balance and digestion. Leaves cooked into ghormeh sabzi. Traditionally used to support breast milk supply.
How to prepare
Soak 1 tsp seeds overnight in water; drink the water and chew the seeds. Or stir 1/2 tsp ground seeds into yogurt.
Safety notes
Lowers blood sugar โ monitor if diabetic on medication. Avoid in pregnancy (except the leafy form in food).
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