This Malwatte jar holds whole fenugreek seeds, called uluhal in Sinhala. The small, hard, amber seeds are slightly bitter and turn nutty when fried, and a few go a long way in a pot of curry.
Malwatte Valley Plantations PLC is a Sri Lankan grower, manufacturer and exporter. Its spice processing factory opened in 2019, and the spice side of the business is ISO 22000 certified.
In the pack
- One clear glass shaker jar with a black screw cap, labelled Fenugreek Seeds
- Nett weight 80g, whole seeds
- Label marked "All Natural", manufactured and packed by Malwatte Valley Plantations PLC, Colombo 12
In the kitchen
- Temper half a teaspoon in hot oil with mustard seeds and curry leaves.
- Add to fish curry, dhal and kiri hodi (coconut milk gravy).
- Use in pickles and chutneys.
- Fry gently: the seeds turn bitter if they burn.
Storage
Keep the cap tightly closed and store the jar in a cool, dry place away from sunlight. The range label asks you to use the contents within 60 days of opening.
Malwatte is the food brand of Malwatte Valley Plantations PLC of Colombo, a Sri Lankan grower, manufacturer and exporter of tea and spices.
