noun
- Plural of fenugreek; plants of the legume family with small seeds used as a spice and in traditional medicine.
- The seeds of the fenugreek plant, used as a flavoring in cooking and in herbal remedies.
Usage: Usually used in plural when referring to multiple plants or seeds; singular 'fenugreek' is more common in culinary contexts
Usage: Often used in Indian and Middle Eastern cuisine
Examples
- Fenugreeks are commonly grown in Mediterranean and Asian regions.
- The farmer planted several varieties of fenugreeks in her garden.
- Fenugreeks add a maple-like flavor to curries and breads.
- Traditional healers have used fenugreeks for centuries.
- The spice merchant sold both whole and ground fenugreeks.
- Fenugreeks are rich in fiber and protein.