Fenugreek: Bitter as Flavour Foundation
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Description
Fenugreek (methi) — seeds, fresh leaves, and dried leaves — introduces a specific bitter, slightly maple-adjacent flavour that is essential to South Indian sambhar powder, many North Indian preparations, and the distinctive flavour of certain butter-based sauces. In very small quantities it adds complexity; in excessive quantities it produces an overwhelming bitterness. Understanding fenugreek's duality — positive bitter complexity in restraint, negative overwhelming bitterness in excess — is essential for any cook working with South Asian recipes.
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