Qasuri methi
By: miansari66

About

Qasuri methi is named after Qasur city if Punajb Pakistan, It is very flavorous leave. Mostly dried Qasuri methi leaves are sprinkled over curry dishes.  Fresh leaves are cooked with potatoes and known as aaloo methi dish

Information
Other names: Funugreek leaves, Methi


Physical Description
small pear shaped to round leaves
Colors: green


Tasting Notes
Flavors: pungent
Mouthfeel: Slightly bitter


Selecting and Buying
Seasonality: january, february, march, september, opctober, november, december
Peak: september, opctober, november, december
Choosing: Look for freshness of leaves when buying fresh. When purchasing dry smell for flavour
Buying: Widely available in season as fresh, dried form available in packets


Preparation and Use
as a flavour enhancer


Conserving and Storing
store dried leaves in an airtight container and in dark