Fenugreek is a plant used in cooking and for potential health benefits, like helping to control blood sugar and increasing breast milk production. The seeds are a rich source of protein, fiber, and iron.
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WildFlower- Fenugreek
Cook: first toasting them to reduce bitterness, then adding them whole to curries, stews, or spiced oils at the beginning of cooking, or grinding them into spice blends.
Hair Health: seeds can be good for hair because they may help promote growth, reduce dandruff, and strengthen hair. They are rich in protein, potassium, zinc, and vitamins C, which nourish the scalp and hair follicles.
How to use fenugreek for hair
Hair mask: Soak 2-3 tablespoons of fenugreek seeds overnight. Blend them into a smooth paste the next morning. You can add lemon juice for dandruff or yogurt/coconut oil for extra conditioning. Apply to your scalp and hair, leave on for 30-50 minutes, then wash off with shampoo.
Hair spritz: Boil one tablespoon of fenugreek seeds in one cup of water. Let the mixture cool, then strain it into a spray bottle. For best results, let the seeds infuse in the liquid in the refrigerator overnight. Use the spritz on your hair to condition and strengthen it.
Infused oil: Soak fenugreek seeds in your favorite hair oil overnight. You can also blend the seeds into a paste and stir it into warm oil. Let the oil cool, strain it, and then use it to massage your scalp.
Tea Steeping: Bring about one cup of water to a boil.Add a teaspoon of fenugreek seeds to the boiling water.Reduce heat and simmer for about 3 minutes, or let it boil for just one minute if you want to avoid a stronger, more bitter flavor.Remove from heat and cover, letting the seeds steep for another 5-10 minutes to fully extract the flavor.
Tips for steeping fenugreek seeds
- Lightly toast the seeds: For a richer flavor, lightly roast the dry seeds in a pan for a few minutes before steeping to reduce bitterness.
- Crush the seeds: Lightly crushing the seeds with a spoon or knife can help release more flavor and benefits.
- Add flavorings: Lemon, honey, or sugar can be added to taste to sweeten the tea.
- Add other ingredients: You can add other herbs, tea leaves, or spices like star anise to the infusion for different flavors and benefits.
- Don't over-steep: If you steep the seeds for too long, the tea can become overly bitter.
- Use a strainer: Strain the seeds out before drinking to avoid consuming the hard seeds.