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( Trigonella foenum graecum )
 
 
Description
 
The Fenugreek belongs to the family of Legumes. The seed is medium sized,
mustard-coloured, rectangular-shaped with stripes. Fenugreek sprouts need 6/7
days to grow.
 
Properties
 
Fenugreek sprouts disinfect and depurate blood, kidneys and liver. They stimulate
the appetite and are recommended against anaemia and physical weariness. They
have a high content of proteins and carbohydrates, vitamins A, D, E and group B,
minerals such as Phosphorus, Potassium, iron, Calcium, Magnesium, Sulphur.
 
Use
 
Fenugreek sprouts are to be eaten raw. Their taste is slightly sharp and they are
therefore used to spice up salads, soups and side dishes.
 
One of the many recipes
 

Chicken roll with fenugreek sprouts
- 4 thin slices of chicken breast
- 40 gr fenugreek sprouts
- 50 gr white celery
- Salt
- Clingfilm, suitable for microwave use
Put the chicken breast on a chopping board, add salt, sprouts and celery in the
middle. Roll until getting a cigar and wrap it in the clingfilm. Cook in the microwave
oven for 4 minutes at 750 Watt. Leave the rolls to stand for 3 minutes, remove the
film and slice. Serve with tomato salad.
 
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