Classical Ayurvedic Profile & Preparation
The finishing bitter — a palmful crushed over a gravy in the last minute perfumes the whole dish; methi's medicine wearing restaurant clothes.
Traditional Preparation (Samskara)
Sun-dried leaves of the Kasur methi strain, rubbed to powder over finished dishes off the heat. A little bitterness at the end civilises rich gravies.
Classical Provenance: methika per Bhavaprakasha; Punjabi culinary tradition.
Synergistic Combinations (Samyoga)
- crushed between palms over butter chicken and dal makhani
- in kadhi and paneer gravies
- kneaded into thepla-family doughs
Contraindications & Viruddha Āhāra (Food Incompatibilities)
- Contraindication: pitta excess in quantity
- Contraindication: none otherwise at culinary doses
Verified USDA Nutrition Facts for Dried fenugreek leaf
Complete macronutrient, vitamin, and mineral profile per 100 grams and per 1 tbsp (2g):
