Cumin Seeds, For Cooking, Certification : FSSAI Certified

Oblong dark brown seeds with a very distinct flavor, cumin seeds are a very popular spice used for their strong aroma and bitter warm flavor. The most common consumption method is after frying or roasting. Cumin seed powder of roasted seeds is also widely used.
Usage
Cumin has a very long list of uses and seasons many a dishes to help bring out their full flavor. Stews, soups, vegetables, rice, temperings and spice mixtures feature cumin seeds. The seed fried in butter brings a whole new flavor to any dish, especially meat like fish and various grills. Couscous, dutch cheeses like Leyden, breads from France and liqueur like Kummel are flavored using cumin seeds. It is prominent in the preparation of buttermilk too.
Health benefits
1. It helps in digestion and is advisable for pregnant women to treat nausea and increase lactation.
2. It stimulates the appetite and aides detoxification of the body. It also increases metabolism and can be used to treat boils.
Cumin seed have an aromatic odour and bitter taste. It is used as a condiment, and is an ingredient in curry powders, seasonings of breads, cakes and cheese. It is employed in native dishes of Central and South America. In medicine, it is used as a stimulant, carminative, stomachic and astringent. Cumin seed oil is used in perfumery and for flavouring liqueurs and cordials.