Fenugreek Leaves
๐ฟ Fenugreek Leaves (Methi Leaves): Premium Herb Profile
๐น Botanical Details
Botanical Name: Trigonella foenum-graecum
Family: Fabaceae (Leguminosae)
๐น Common Names:
- English: Fenugreek Leaves
- Hindi: เคฎเฅเคฅเฅ เคชเคคเฅเคคเคพ (Methi)
- Tamil: Vendhaya Keerai
- Telugu: Menthaku
- Bengali: Methi Shak
- Punjabi: Methi
- Arabic: Hulba
๐ฑ Botanical & Agricultural Profile
- Plant Type: Leafy annual herb
- Height: 30โ60 cm
- Leaves: Green, oval, aromatic
- Flowers: White to pale yellow
- Seeds: Golden yellow (separately used)
๐พ Cultivation & Origin
- Native To: Southern Europe & Western Asia
- Major Producers: ๐ฎ๐ณ India (Rajasthan, Gujarat, UP, MP), Egypt, Morocco, Pakistan, Turkey
- Climate: Cool to moderate
- Harvest: Winter (NovโFeb in India)
Forms Available: Fresh, Dried (Kasuri), Frozen, Dehydrated
๐งช Nutritional Profile (per 100g fresh leaves)
| Nutrient | Value |
|---|---|
| Energy | 43 kcal |
| Protein | 4.4 g |
| Fiber | 1.1 g |
| Carbohydrates | 6 g |
| Fat | 0.9 g |
| Iron | 1.93 mg |
| Calcium | 176 mg |
| Magnesium | 41 mg |
| Vitamin C | 52 mg |
| Vitamin A | 750 IU |
| Key Compounds | Diosgenin, Saponins, Alkaloids |
๐ Rich in iron, calcium & antioxidants.
โ Health Benefits
- Digestive Support: Promotes gut health & relieves indigestion
- Blood Sugar Management: Fiber helps slow sugar absorption
- Heart Health: Lowers LDL, improves circulation
- Anti-inflammatory & Antioxidant: Polyphenols reduce inflammation
- Lactation Support: Traditionally boosts breast milk
- Weight Loss Aid: Low-calorie, high-fiber satiety
๐ฝ๏ธ Culinary Applications
๐ฒ Fresh Leaves:
- Curries, parathas, dals, stir-fries
- Cooked with potatoes, paneer, lentils
๐ Dried Leaves (Kasuri Methi):
- Butter chicken, gravies & snacks
- Rich aroma with a slight bitterness
๐ง Frozen/Dehydrated:
- Used in commercial food processing & frozen meals
๐ญ Industrial & Processing Uses
- Spice mixes & seasonings
- Frozen food manufacturing
- Ready-to-cook meals
- Health supplements
- Herbal teas
๐ฆ Product Forms & Packaging
| Form | Packaging Options |
|---|---|
| Fresh | 1โ10 kg crates |
| Dried | 100g โ 1kg pouches |
| Frozen | 500gโ5kg vacuum bags |
| Dehydrated | 5kg โ 25kg bulk packs |
| OEM/Custom | As per buyer specs |
๐ Market Trends
- Rising demand in vegan & Ayurvedic foods
- Widely used in spice mixes, frozen meals
- Growing international demand for Kasuri Methi
๐ Product Specification Summary
| Botanical Name | Trigonella foenum-graecum |
| Forms | Fresh, Dried, Frozen |
| Aroma | Earthy, nutty, mildly bitter |
| Shelf Life | Fresh: 3โ5 days |
| Purity | 99% clean, no additives |
| HS Code | 0712.90 (dried leaves) |
| Origin | India |
๐ค Why Choose Our Fenugreek Leaves?
- โ Sourced from certified Indian farms
- โ Hygienically processed & machine-dried
- โ Bulk & retail packs available
- โ Private label branding options
- โ Export documentation & shipping support