My favourite vegetables are the bitter ones. Topping the list is karela or bitter melon then baby fenugreek or methi followed by cluster beans or guar. Under Gardening section on the site, I have posted how to grow baby fenugreek in an aluminum foil tray.
Mince meat with baby fenugreek is a dish I learned from my mother. Bitter melon or dill can be substituted for baby fenugreek. When these vegetables are added to mince, the bitterness is minimized and balanced with the meat, spices and vinegar. A hint of bitterness is what makes this dish so delicious and craving for more.
Eating bitter foods is healthful as they are packed with nutrients and minerals. They stimulate the taste receptors on the tongue enabling enzyme production, bile flow and boosting metabolism. When food is digested well, more nutrients are absorbed from the food. Bitter foods also balance taste buds and controls sweet cravings. Cleanses the body and helps get rid of wastes through the digestive tract. Try to incorporate bitter foods in your daily diet. They are good for you.
Mince meat with baby fenugreek is a dish I learned from my mother. Bitter melon or dill can be substituted for baby fenugreek. When these vegetables are added to mince, the bitterness is minimized and balanced with the meat, spices and vinegar. A hint of bitterness is what makes this dish so delicious and craving for more.
Eating bitter foods is healthful as they are packed with nutrients and minerals. They stimulate the taste receptors on the tongue enabling enzyme production, bile flow and boosting metabolism. When food is digested well, more nutrients are absorbed from the food. Bitter foods also balance taste buds and controls sweet cravings. Cleanses the body and helps get rid of wastes through the digestive tract. Try to incorporate bitter foods in your daily diet. They are good for you.
Goan Mince with Baby Fenugreek
(Serves 6)
Ingredients:
1/2 kg minced meat (of your choice)
1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder
1 teaspoon chilli powder
1/2 teaspoon cumin powder
1/2 teaspoon clove powder
1 teaspoon cinnamon powder
1/2 teaspoon pepper powder
4 cloves of garlic (finely minced)
1 small piece of ginger (grated)
1 onion (chopped)
2 green chillies (chopped)
1 tomato (chopped)
4 cups baby fenugreek or methi
1 tablespoon vinegar
2 tablespoons oil
1/2 cup water
salt
Method:
Chop off root ends of baby fenugreek and discard. Finely cut the stalks and leaves. Place in a colander, rinse and wash well. Drain and keep aside.
Season mince with salt and vinegar.
Heat oil in a pan, add onion and saute till light brown. Then add garlic, ginger and fry for few seconds. The tomato goes in next. Cook till soft and pulpy. Add the spice powders and saute for few seconds before adding the mince. Break the mince down with the cooking spoon and blend well with the spices. Once the mince changes colour, add water, cover and cook on medium heat.
When meat is cooked and moisture almost evaporated, add the baby fenugreek. They will wilt and cook in a couple of minutes. Check for seasoning and adjust according to your taste. Serve with rice, bread or roti.
Note:
(Serves 6)
Ingredients:
1/2 kg minced meat (of your choice)
1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder
1 teaspoon chilli powder
1/2 teaspoon cumin powder
1/2 teaspoon clove powder
1 teaspoon cinnamon powder
1/2 teaspoon pepper powder
4 cloves of garlic (finely minced)
1 small piece of ginger (grated)
1 onion (chopped)
2 green chillies (chopped)
1 tomato (chopped)
4 cups baby fenugreek or methi
1 tablespoon vinegar
2 tablespoons oil
1/2 cup water
salt
Method:
Chop off root ends of baby fenugreek and discard. Finely cut the stalks and leaves. Place in a colander, rinse and wash well. Drain and keep aside.
Season mince with salt and vinegar.
Heat oil in a pan, add onion and saute till light brown. Then add garlic, ginger and fry for few seconds. The tomato goes in next. Cook till soft and pulpy. Add the spice powders and saute for few seconds before adding the mince. Break the mince down with the cooking spoon and blend well with the spices. Once the mince changes colour, add water, cover and cook on medium heat.
When meat is cooked and moisture almost evaporated, add the baby fenugreek. They will wilt and cook in a couple of minutes. Check for seasoning and adjust according to your taste. Serve with rice, bread or roti.
Note:
- A couple of potatoes cut into small pieces along with 1/2 a cup of green peas can be added to the mince. Potatoes have to be added along with the water. Green peas at the end with the baby fenugreek.
- Substitute karela or dill for baby fenugreek. Light green Asian or Chinese bitter melon replaced with fenugreek (pictures below). A couple of potatoes were also added.
- Link on how to grow Baby Fenugreek:
