Fenugreek seeds come from the Trigonella foenum-graecum plant and are widely used in cooking, medicine, and even as a dietary supplement. They have a distinctive, slightly bitter taste and are known for their various health benefits. Appearance: Seeds: Small, yellow-brown, and triangular. They have a hard, wrinkled surface. Texture: Rough and slightly hard. Flavor and Aroma: Flavor: Slightly bitter and nutty with a hint of maple syrup-like sweetness. Aroma: Strong, aromatic, and somewhat pungent.