Cumin is the aromatic seed of an umbrella-shaped plant similar to cow parsley. Originally from the Middle East, it is now a popular spice throughout the East, Mexico, North Africa and India. It has an earthy, pungent, aromatic flavour which is slightly bitter but not hot. It is used in curries, Mexican dishes, minced meat, meat loaf, pickles, marinades, chutneys, cream cheese dips, cabbage and sauerkraut dishes.
Name in international languages:-
• Spanish : Comino • Dutch : Komijn
• French : Cumin • Italian : Comino
• German : Romischer Kummel • Portuguese : Cominho
• Swedish : Spiskummin • Russian : Kmin
• Arabic : Kammun • Chinese : Machin