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Ground Cumin

Ground Cumin
Ground Cumin
Warm and penetrating, Ground Cumin's distinctive flavor possesses an earthy nuttiness, bitter undertones and a citrusy touch of lemon. A close relative of fragrant caraway and fennel, cumin is native to northern Africa, in the coastal regions along the Mediterranean. Its happy location along the early spice trading routes brought it into acclaim in the ancient world; its name is descended from the world’s first written language, Sumerian, where it was called gamun and written about in cuneiform. It has a high concentration of volatile oils that give it its unique character, but they begin to dissipate after grinding. To provide you with the freshest flavors possible we grind small batches several times per week, and we grind our cumin more coarsely, providing more surface area for the volatile oils to adhere to. This lengthens the amount of time the oil will take to dissipate, meaning your Ground Cumin stays fresher-tasting, longer.
Cumin did not emerge in most of the US as an important spice until the 1960s, but since then has steadily risen in popularity and use. The American Southwest, though, was ahead of the curve. Spanish colonists settling in the southwest introduced cumin to America, and in the 1600s cumin was documented as being grown in what is modern day New Mexico. It was frequently paired with the chile peppers they also brought over, providing the bedrock of New Mexican cuisine that has become a cultural hotspot and food destination today.
Tips From Our Kitchen
Add Ground Cumin to tomato salsas to add depth to the natural sweetness of a tomato. Let it cook in with onions and garlic to create the base for an unforgettable black bean soup. It is a key ingredient in both Indian cuisine and Thai curries. Toss chickpeas in cumin and oil and roast to make chana, a healthy and delicious snack. You can also purchase Cumin Seed whole.
Because of the high amount of volatile oils, cumin can be potent. Use sparingly until you determine your preference for it.
Our cumin seed is cultivated in India.
This product is certified kosher.
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Nutrition Facts
Serving Size1 tsp
Amount Per Serving
Calories11
% Daily Value*
Total Fat1g1%
Saturated Fat0g0%
Trans Fat0g
Polyunsaturated Fat0g
Monounsaturated Fat0g
Cholesterol0mg0%
Sodium5.0mg0%
Total Carbohydrate1.3g0%
Dietary Fiber0.3g1%
Total Sugars0.1g
Added Sugars0g0%
Sugar Alcohol0.0g
Protein0.5g1%
Vitamin D0mcg0%
Calcium27mg2%
Iron2mg11%
Potassium52mg1%
*The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice. These values were calculated and therefore are approximate. For more accuracy, testing is advised.
Ingredients: Ground cumin
Country of Origin: USA