General Description
Cumin (pronounced "comein") is the pale green seed of Cuminum
cyminum, a small herb in the parsley family. The seed is
uniformly eliptical and deeply furrowed.
Geographical Sources Iran and India
Traditional Ethnic Uses
Cumin is frequently used in Mexican dishes such as chili
con carne and hot tamales.
Taste and Aroma
Cumin has a distinctive, slightly bitter yet warm flavor.
