Cumin seed is a spice with a flavour profile a little like caraway or dill, and is a staple of Indian cooking and curries. Generally cumin seeds are best used whole, and fried in oil at the beginning of a dish (the process called taarka). At a...
In regions where highly spiced foods are preferred, cumin is a favourite. In fact, the world over it comes second only to black pepper as the most popular spice. Whole Cumin has a distinctive flavour and strong, warm aroma is due to its essential...