Long a staple in Indian cookery, fenugreek has played only a minor role in Western cooking. Fenugreek seed is often toasted and ground to add to curry powders. It has a nutty, slightly bitter flavor. The leaf is eaten in India, where its bitter flavor complements curried dishes. Fenugreek grows easily and its seeds sprout well (Grains and Legumes).
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