fenugreek
Maple-scented seed
Fenugreek is an herb native to the Mediterranean and South Asia, cultivated for its aromatic seeds and leaves.
The seeds have a slightly bitter, maple-like flavor and appear in Indian curries, Ethiopian spice blends, and Middle Eastern dishes.
The leaves, fresh or dried, are used as a vegetable or herb: The recipe calls for a tablespoon of dried fenugreek leaves.
Aromatic South Asian dish
- masalaIndian spice blend
- dalStewed split legumes
- sambharSpiced lentil stew
- temperingControlled heating and cooling
chutney · spice · seasoning · flavoring · ingredient · savory · nutty · maple
Mammary gland secretion
- diabetesMetabolic disorder affecting glucose
- cholesterolWaxy lipid in blood
- digestionBodily food breakdown
- inflammationProtective tissue response
anti-inflammatory · antioxidant · hypoglycemic · insulin · glucose · metabolism · testosterone · libido
Pod-producing plant family
- seedsPlant embryos in casings
- leavesTree's photosynthetic organs
- sproutsNew growth from seeds
- podsEnclosed natural containers
annual · trifoliate · cultivated · harvested · dried · germination · microgreens
Coarse and unpretentious
- pungentSharply strong-smelling
- fragrantEmitting pleasant smell
- nuttyEccentric or almond-flavored
- bittersweetWistful yet warm
caramel · musky · resinous · warm · toasted · celery-like · sweet-smelling · aroma
Tissue-contracting agent
- pungentSharply strong-smelling
- sharpFine-edged, or astute
- tannicHaving bark-derived acids
- acridUnpleasantly sharp-smelling
harsh · bitterness · soaking · blanching · tempering · raw · uncooked · overcooked
Traditional Hindu healing practice
- EgyptNortheastern African nation
- SumeriansAncient southern Mesopotamian people
- HippocratesFather of medicine
- GalenClassical Roman-era physician
Pliny · antiquity · traditional · ancient · embalming · manuscripts · remedies · classical
curry
Aromatic South Asian dish
tempering · chutney · spice · seasoning · flavoring · ingredient · savory · nutty · maple · condiment
lactation
Mammary gland secretion
- diabetesMetabolic disorder affecting glucose
- cholesterolWaxy lipid in blood
- digestionBodily food breakdown
inflammation · anti-inflammatory · antioxidant · hypoglycemic · insulin · glucose · metabolism · testosterone · libido · appetite
legume
Pod-producing plant family
pods · annual · trifoliate · cultivated · harvested · dried · germination · microgreens
earthy
Coarse and unpretentious
bittersweet · caramel · musky · resinous · warm · toasted · celery-like · sweet-smelling · aroma · scented
astringent
Tissue-contracting agent
acrid · harsh · bitterness · soaking · blanching · tempering · raw · uncooked · overcooked · aftertaste
Ayurveda
Traditional Hindu healing practice
- EgyptNortheastern African nation
- SumeriansAncient southern Mesopotamian people
- HippocratesFather of medicine
Galen · Pliny · antiquity · traditional · ancient · embalming · manuscripts · remedies · classical · sacred
- trigonella
- Indian cookingcumin, coriander, mustard seeds, curry leaves, tamarind
- Indian cuisinegaram masala, turmeric powder, cumin, coriander, ghee
- seasoningssalt, pepper, basil, oregano, thyme
- spicesallspice, anise, cardamom, black pepper, cloves
- digestive herbsgentian, wormwood, chamomile, peppermint, fennel