Traditional preparationTraditional knowledge
Traditionally used for
Traditionally drunk first thing in the morning on an empty stomach.
Tradition & region
Nattuvaidyam · South India
Preparation time
5 minutes (plus overnight soak)
Difficulty
Easy
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Fenugreek Seed Water
Vendhaya Vellam
An overnight cold infusion of bitter fenugreek seeds consumed for systemic cooling.
Fenugreek Seeds
1 · tsp · seed
Water
1 · cup · liquid
1. Rinse the whole fenugreek seeds in fresh water to remove any dust. 2. Place the cleaned seeds into a glass or earthenware cup and pour over one cup of room-temperature drinking water. 3. Cover and let stand overnight (approx. 7-8 hours). 4. In the morning, strain the water and drink it directly; optionally, chew the softened seeds for added dietary fiber.
Ready in about 5 minutes (plus overnight soak).