Organic Cumin Seeds High Quality Natural Spices for Cooking Seasoning

Cumin seeds are the dried, elongated oval fruits of the Cuminum cyminum plant, an annual herb in the Apiaceae family. They are small (4-6 mm long) with a ridged surface, ranging in color from light brown to dark grayish-brown. Known for their warm, earthy, slightly nutty flavor with subtle citrus undertones, cumin seeds release a rich aroma when toasted or crushed, making them a versatile staple in global cuisines.

Cumin seeds are used both whole and ground across diverse culinary traditions. Whole seeds are toasted to deepen their flavor before being added to curries, soups, stews, and breads like naan. Ground cumin is a core ingredient in spice blends such as garam masala (South Asia), chili powder (Mexico), and ras el hanout (North Africa), and features in dishes including hummus, falafel, tacos, and pickles. Traditionally, it has also been used in some cultures for potential digestive support, rooted in folk practices.

Per 100 grams of whole cumin seeds (based on USDA data), key nutritional components include:

- Energy: 375 kilocalories

- Protein: 17.8 grams

- Total fat: 22.3 grams (mostly unsaturated fatty acids)

- Carbohydrates: 44.2 grams

- Dietary fiber: 10.5 grams

- Iron: 66.4 milligrams

- Magnesium: 366 milligrams

- Calcium: 931 milligrams

- Phosphorus: 499 milligrams

- Potassium: 1788 milligrams

- Vitamin C: 7.7 milligrams

- Vitamin B6: 0.43 milligrams

- Thiamin (B1): 0.41 milligrams

- Niacin (B3): 4.5 milligrams