Fenugreek Leaves

Indications:

• Fenugreek leaves are cooling
• It is a laxative and a diuretic
• Tonic - tones the tissues of the body
• Astringent – causes contraction
• Relieves flatulence
• It is softening and soothing
• It is used in treatment of-
• Fever
• Pulmonary disorders
• Cough
• Manda Agni –poor digestion
• Dysentery
• Diarrhea
• Nervous weakness
• Premature loss of hair
• Diabetes
• Flatulence
• Anorexia

Fenugreek leaves Dosa:

Preparation:

Ingredients:

• Fenugreek leaves – 2 bunches
• Wheat flour – 1 cup
• Brown rice flour – 1 cup
• Cumin seeds – 1 tsp
• Curry leaves – 3 leaves
• Rock salt – according to taste
• Sesame oil – 20 ml

Method:

Mix equal quantities of wheat flour and rice flour. Add cumin seed, rock salt, pepper powder, curry leaves and chopped fenugreek leaves. Mix well with water to make a batter. Spread on the tava to make dosas. Pour little sesame oil around the dosa, when it turns golden brown, turn it over to other side. After a few seconds, it is ready to serve.

The leaves may also be used to make adai, sambar, raitha, and parotta.