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Jewish Yemenite · Sauce

Hilbah (Fenugreek Condiment)

Hilbah, (Arabic: حلبة) also spelled holbah, is a condiment or dollop made from ground fenugreek seeds. It is typically consumed with a morsel of bread (sop), or added as flavoring to hot soups. Its preparation is mostly found in Yemen, Israel and other Middle-Eastern countries.

Suits: Vegetarian, Vegan, Pescatarian. Flags come from what shops, restaurants and cooks list and from the ingredient names. Always check the label. This is not medical advice.

Ingredients

  • 3 tbsp ground fenugreek seeds
  • 1 cup water
  • Coriander leaves, finely chopped
  • Leeks, chopped
  • 1 lemon or citric acid to taste
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tbsp zḥug (hot sauce made from red peppers, garlic, coriander leaves, etc.)
  • Grated tomato (optional)

Method

  1. Soak ground fenugreek in the water for 3 hours until expanded.
  2. Beat with a spatula until paste becomes light and frothy. Gradually add more water if necessary.
  3. Mix in coriander leaves and leeks.
  4. Mix in salt, lemon juice, and zḥug.
  5. Mix in grated tomato if using.