Fenugreek Whole Organic

Have you heard of Greek hay?

The ancient Romans first used fenugreek as animal feed in the form of fresh hay. They took the herb from the ancient Greeks and called it 'foenum-graecum' (Greek hay). It is a plant of the legume family. But Fenugreek had been cultivated longer before that. It is believed that it was first cultivated around 5000 years ago in present-day Iraq.

The properties of Fenugreek seeds

Genegrim has a spicy bitter taste. In high concentrations it gives a typical fenugreek or curry flavour to dishes. In low concentrations it gives a flavour similar to caramel or maple syrup. Fenugreek seeds are a rich source of protein, dietary fibre, B vitamins and dietary minerals, especially manganese and iron. Fenugreek seeds also contain flavonoids, alkaloids, saponin and coumarins. As a fiber Fenugreek seed supports digestion and thus has a beneficial effect on weight loss.

Use of Fenugreek

From Fenugreek, the seeds and leaves, both dried and fresh, are used in cooking. The seed of the plant, Fenugreek, is used as a spice and is best known as an ingredient in curry. Today, it is a typical Indian spice with its own special flavour. Fenugreek seeds are delicious in salads, vegetable dishes, on cakes, bread, meat and as a seasoning with cheese.

Where do I buy Fenugreek seeds?

You can buy Fenugreek seeds at Naturaplaza of course. In our web shop you can order Fenugreek seeds in convenient consumer packs or in slightly larger quantities of usually 1 kg. Subscribe to our newsletter and don't miss out on any Fenugreek seeds offers.

Premium Fenugreek Whole Organic

Fenugreek Whole Organic from Holyflavours is an organically certified product of premium quality. Thanks to this certificate, you know that what you buy has been created with an eye and care for people and nature.

HolyFlavours, the leading brand for all your (organic) seasonings and blends! Salts, Herbs, Spices and Superfoods without additives.

The organic dried herbs and spices we select come from various regions of the world. All products are checked in Europe and often also packaged.

The ORGANIC quality mark stands for 100% controlled organic and reliable. These ingredients are therefore guaranteed free of all kinds of additives such as sugars, fats and comply with all European pesticide requirements. The quality of our products is regularly checked.