Cumin Seed

Also Known As – Cuminum cyminum

Origin - Egypt, Certified Organic

Overview - Cumin is an Apiaceae plant family member native to the eastern Mediterranean and India. The powdered and whole seeds from the Cumin fruit are used in many types of traditional Indian dishes most notably, Curry. Cumin seeds are mentioned in the Bible, have been unearthed at ancient Egyptian tombs, and show up in multiple mythologies and folk tales dating back over 5,000 years. Cumin seed was thought to enhance fidelity, and is mentioned as a part of an ancient aphrodisiac potion along with cayenne pepper and honey.

• Mentioned in the ancient Biblical writings and by Hippocrates and Dioscorides. In the Middle Ages, cumin was a very popular household spice. As a condiment, the seeds of cumin are still used mainly in Europe.

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