Kasuri Methi

Kasuri methi refers to dried fenugreek leaves. It is a herb with a bitter but addictive taste. Used as a spice in Indian cuisine, sabzi, Paratha. Its strong aroma and distinctive flavour fascinate the taste buds.

Ingredients

1 bunch of fresh Fenugreek leaves/methi leaves

Procedure

• Clean the methi leaves and discard the rotten ones and the thick stems.

• Wash the leaves well to remove any dirt or impurities.

• Drain the leaves well and chop the leaves finely.

• Spread a clean cotton cloth over a tray and spread the chopped leaves on the cloth.

• Cover the leaves with another thin cloth.

• Keep the tray in the sun and let the leaves dry nicely.

• It will take 2-3 days of strong sun to dry the leaves.

• Rub the leaves between your palms to make a coarse powder.

• Store in a dry container and use for upto 6 months.