Hilbeh

Ingredients

• •3 tablespoons fenugreek seeds
• •1/4 cup water, plus more for soaking
• •2 tablespoons lemon juice
• •1 garlic clove
• •1 small tomato, grated, optional
• •1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
• •1/4 teaspoon ground cumin

Instructions

1. 1

   Soak the fenugreek seeds overnight in plenty of water, then drain.

2. 2

   Blend or whisk the soaked seeds with fresh water until thick and foamy.

3. 3

   Mix in the lemon juice, garlic, tomato if using, salt, and cumin.

4. 4

   Let the dip stand for a few minutes so the flavors meld.

5. 5

   Serve in small bowls alongside bread or stew.