Fenugreek Seeds are small about 5 mm. long, hard, and brownish yellow although the color varies. The seeds are hard, yellowish brown and angular. Some are oblong, some rhombic, other virtually cubic, with a side of about 3mm (1/8"). A deep furrow all but splits them in two. They are available whole and dried, or as a dull yellow powder, ground from the roasted seeds.

Fenugreek seeds had found medicinal use much earlier than as a flavouring condiment. They are rich in vitamin C and have high protein content. It helps in reducing cholesterol by preventing stiffening of arteries and also aid in weight loss. It also functions both as a preventive medicine for diabetes and also helps control sugar level.

Uses of Fenugreek Seed

Fenugreek seeds are ground and roasted and used to flavor to curry. The seeds are also soaked and then powdered and used to make lip balm and tonic.
The seeds can be used to make tea, which can reduce fever and menstrual pains, or they can be used in an ointment to treat skin infections.
Ground seeds are often used to give a maple flavor to sweets and candies. Ground seeds are also used to flavor cattle food, including different vegetable meals and hays.