Indian
Cumin Powder
(Cuminum cyminum)
Also known as 'Jeera, Comino, Safed Zeera, Kamoun'
Cumin seed powder is the ground fruit/seed of an annual flowering plant, and is one of
the most popular spices used throughout the Middle East and Asia, especially in India.
It has a distinctive earthy flavor and a strong, sweet warm aroma-slightly bitter and
pungent taste. It enriches the taste of vegetables and beans, enhancing the
savory flavor of meat dishes.
Suggested Uses:
Use as it is or dry roast, then add this cumin powder to aromatic curry sauces or sprinkle in small amounts in stir fry dishes, salads, soups and indian chaat's & snack's, will bring
some warmth flavor to the dishes.
Use around ¾ tsp of powder for 1 tsp seeds.
Health Benefits:
Cumin seeds have a high concentration of the essential oil cuminaldehyde, that stimulates the production of pancreatic enzymes and help digestion, treats stomach upset and flatulence.
Cumin seeds have a high concentration of the essential oil cuminaldehyde, that stimulates the production of pancreatic enzymes and help digestion, treats stomach upset and flatulence.
