Fenugreek Seeds
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Add a unique, complex flavor layer to your savory formulations with premium Fenugreek Seeds, a distinctive and multi-functional spice valued for its warm, maple-like aroma and subtle bitter notes. Harvested from the slender seed pods of Trigonella foenum-graecum, our angular, golden-amber seeds go through thorough cleaning and sorting to remove any field dust or impurities. At Aba Impex, we supply selected whole fenugreek seeds that offer a rich, deep aroma and balanced flavor profile, which softens into a pleasant, nutty sweetness when lightly toasted or simmered. Fenugreek is a foundational ingredient across Indian, Middle Eastern, and North African cuisines, used to enhance the flavor of pickles, slow-cooked curries, and specialty bread doughs. In addition to its culinary uses, fenugreek is highly regarded in the nutraceutical industry for its high content of soluble fiber and bioactive compounds that support wellness.
Types
- Bold Amber Fenugreek: Large, plump, clean golden-yellow seeds containing exceptional oil content, ideal for high-end retail packaging and spice grinding.
- Medium Commercial Fenugreek: Standard commercial-grade seeds offering a consistent flavor profile, highly utilized for wholesale spice blending and pickle manufacturing.
- Fenugreek Powder: Finely milled amber powder used directly in savory spice mixes, industrial curry formulations, and commercial sauce bases.
- Kasuri Methi (Dried Leaves): The highly aromatic, dried leaves of the fenugreek plant, celebrated for adding a rich, savory herbal aroma to creamy gravies.
Specification
Properties | Values/Limits |
Product Name | Fenugreek Seeds (Whole) |
Shelf Life | 2 Years |
Moisture Content | Max. 10.0% |
Total Ash Content | Max. 5.0% |
Acid Insoluble Ash | Max. 0.5% |
Cold Water Soluble Extract | Min. 30% |
Flavor & Aroma | Warm, complex, bittersweet, with a clear caramel or maple syrup undertone |
Grade | Machine Cleaned Bold, 99% Pure |
Admixture Level | Max. 1.0% |
Color | Uniform golden-yellow to sandy amber-brown |
Drying Process | Sun Dried |
Packaging | 25kg / 50kg Multi-layer woven PP or Jute Bags |
Origin | India |
Storage | Keep in cool, completely dry conditions in well-sealed packaging away from humidity |
Nutrition Facts – Serving Size: 100gm
Nutrient | Amount per 100g |
Calories | 323 kcal |
Total Fat | 6.4 g |
Saturated Fat | 0.6 g |
Cholesterol | 0 mg |
Sodium | 67 mg |
Total Carbohydrate | 58.3 g |
Dietary Fiber | 24.6 g |
Sugars | 0 g |
Protein | 23.0 g |
Vitamin C | 3.0 mg |
Calcium | 176 mg |
Iron | 33.5 mg |
Magnesium | 191 mg |
Potassium | 770 mg |
Benefits And Uses
- Supports Blood Sugar Management: Contains unique galactomannan soluble fiber that helps slow down carbohydrate absorption and supports healthy insulin sensitivity.
- Aids Digestive Comfort: The natural mucilage content helps soothe the gastrointestinal lining, providing gentle relief from occasional heartburn and reflux.
- Nutraceutical Botanical: Widely utilized in wellness supplements aimed at supporting healthy lactation in nursing mothers and maintaining natural lipid levels.
- Indispensable Pickle Spice: Adds a classic, sharp, bitter-warm depth that helps balance acid and salt profiles in traditional oil-based vegetable pickles.
