Fenugreek seeds, or methi dana, are an essential spice frequently used in Middle Eastern and Indian cooking. It comes from the Trigonella foenum-graecum, or fenugreek plant, and tastes slightly bitter. Fenugreek seeds are commonly used in whole or ground cooking to enhance the flavor of various foods, such as pickles, curries, dals (lentil meals), and bread. They are also a component of multiple spice mixtures, including garam masala.