Fenugreek are dried seeds which are widely used in Middle Eastern, North African, and Indian cooking. However, they have never caught on the the West! The seeds have a strong flavour reminiscent of celery or lovage, and it is the dominant flavour in some curry powders. In India it is used in pickles and chutney. While in North Africa it is often added to breads, and in Turkey it is used to cure dried beef. Dry-roasting or frying brings out a nutty, burnt sugar or maple syrup flavour.