Cumin Seeds
Cumin Seeds
The dried seed of the herb Cuminum cyminum, Cumin is a flowering plant in the family Apiaceae. The seed was known to be first made popular by ancient Greeks and Romans. It was popularly used in traditional medicines and as home remedies. Even today, the seed is used for these purposes.
Cumin is an essential spice in National dishes around the Middle East, North Africa, and India. It comes from the same plant family as parsley, carrots, dill, and caraway.
Cumin seeds are rich in protein, dietary fiber, B vitamins, vitamin E, several dietary minerals, iron, magnesium, and manganese.