Where to Buy Kasoori Methi in Australia (Coles, Woolworths & Online)

Kasoori methi (dried fenugreek leaves) can be tricky to find in Australian supermarkets. Coles and Woolworths sometimes stock a limited option or two, but it's often frozen leaf or a single imported brand that isn't always on the shelf. For the dried, crumbled leaf most recipes call for, your best chance is an Indian grocer or buying it online.

Here's exactly what each supermarket carries, what to watch out for, and where to get the authentic version delivered to your door.

Does Coles Sell Kasoori Methi?

Coles doesn't reliably stock dried kasoori methi as a shelf spice. What you'll sometimes find instead is frozen chopped fenugreek leaves (often the Katoomba brand) in the freezer section, usually in larger 312g packs. Availability varies a lot by store and location.

Frozen methi works in some cooked dishes, but it's not the same as dried kasoori methi. The dried leaf is what you crush between your palms and stir into butter chicken at the end for that distinctive aroma. If a recipe asks for kasoori methi, it almost always means the dried leaf, not frozen.

Does Woolworths Sell Kasoori Methi?

Woolworths is slightly more likely to carry a dried option. Some stores stock MDH Kasoori Methi in a 100g box, and you may also see the same Katoomba frozen fenugreek leaves found at Coles.

The catch is consistency. These products come and go depending on the store and how well the international foods aisle is stocked, so it's common to make a special trip and find an empty spot on the shelf. If your local Woolworths happens to carry it, you're in luck. Many don't.

Does ALDI Sell Kasoori Methi?

ALDI generally doesn't stock kasoori methi. Its spice range is smaller and focused on everyday Western cooking staples, so specialty Indian spices like dried fenugreek leaves usually aren't part of the range.

Indian Grocery Stores

Indian grocers are the place to buy kasoori methi, and most will have it. If you have an Indian or South Asian grocery store nearby, that's a solid option for picking some up in person.

The trade-offs are convenience and quality. Not everyone lives near one, opening hours can be limited, and packaging dates aren't always clear, so freshness can be hit or miss. Dried herbs like kasoori methi fade in aroma over time, and a packet that's been sitting around loses the very thing that makes it worth using.

Buying Kasoori Methi Online

Buying online is the easiest way to get fresh, authentic dried kasoori methi without hunting through supermarket aisles. You get the proper dried leaf, sealed and dated, delivered to your door anywhere in Australia.

Our Kasoori Methi (Dried Fenugreek Leaves) is sourced from India and packed here in Brisbane. It comes in a resealable pouch, or a jar with a refill pouch, so it stays fresh between uses. We ship Australia-wide via Australia Post.

If you're not sure how much to buy or how to use it, our guide on what kasoori methi is and how to use it covers the basics.

What to Look For When Buying Kasoori Methi

Wherever you buy it, a few things tell you whether you're getting the good stuff:

1. Kasoori methi is the dried, crumbled leaf. Don't confuse it with fenugreek seeds, which are a different spice with a different flavour, or with frozen methi.
2. Good kasoori methi smells distinctly of maple and dried hay when you crush it. If there's barely any scent, it's old.
3. The aroma fades once the pack is open, so a resealable pouch or jar keeps it usable for longer.

How to Use Kasoori Methi

Kasoori methi is the ingredient that takes homemade butter chicken from good to restaurant quality. Crush about a teaspoon between your palms and stir it in near the end of cooking. It also works in dal, naan dough, and creamy vegetable curries.

For more on the flavour, substitutes, and which dishes it suits, read The Perfect Butter Chicken: Why Kasoori Methi Makes All the Difference.

The Short Answer

If you want kasoori methi today and, check the international aisle or freezer at Woolworths or Coles, or visit a local Indian grocer. If you want fresh, authentic dried leaf delivered without the hunt, order it online and have it sent anywhere in Australia.

About the author

We're a small family business based in Brisbane. We've been bringing authentic Indian spices to Australian kitchens since 1995.