Hilbeh, which literally means fenugreek in Arabic, is a sauce/condiment popularized by the Jews of Yemen. Commonly served alongside soups and breads at Yemenite restaurants, this strange dip is made from ground fenugreek seeds. It has a funny gooey texture and very interesting flavor and is one of those things you either love or hate.
This version has some added flavor and color with tomatoes and chili flakes, but you can leave out the chili if that is your preference. Fenugreek is known to have many health benefits so if youāre a person that loves hilbeh there are many reason to start making it. Add it to your soup or simply eat it with Lachuch, our favorite Yemenite flatbread.
Ingredients
Servings 8 servings
- 1 Ā½ tablespoons ground fenugreek
- 2 cups water
- Pinch caraway seeds
- Ā½ teaspoon cardamom
- Pinch Salt
- 1 ripe tomato
- 2 cloves garlic
- 2 teaspoons tomato paste
- Ā½ teaspoon chili flakes
Nutritional Facts
Nutrition Facts
Spiced Tomato Hilbeh, Yemenite Fenugreek Dip
Amount per Serving
Calories
100
% Daily Value*
Fat
2
g
3
%
Saturated Fat
0.3
g
2
%
Polyunsaturated Fat
0.2
g
Monounsaturated Fat
0.1
g
Sodium
153
mg
7
%
Potassium
595
mg
17
%
Carbohydrates
20
g
7
%
Fiber
7
g
29
%
Sugar
5
g
6
%
Protein
6
g
12
%
Vitamin A
1515
IU
30
%
Vitamin C
22
mg
27
%
Calcium
78
mg
8
%
Iron
7
mg
39
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
Instructions
- Place fenugreek in a small bowl. Cover with water and soak for at least 5 hours or overnight.
- Pour out excess water and stir the mixture, it should have a dense gel like consistency.
- Pour fenugreek mixture into blender with caraway seeds, cardamom, salt, tomato, garlic, tomato paste, and chili flakes. Blend until smooth.
Video
Notes
Enjoy right away or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
