Cumin
Cumin, Cuminum cyminum L., also known as Cuminum odorum Salisb., is a small annual herb native to the Meditteraneon region. Primary cultivation of cumin is in Europe, Asia, the Middle East and North Africa with India and Iran as the largest cumin exporters. The valued portion of the plant is the dried fruit called cumin seed, which is esteemed as the candiment and in the blending of Indian curry powder.
Usage: Cumin is a most popular spice all over the world, especially in Latin America, North Africa and all over Asia. Today, cumin usage in Europe is restricted to flavoring cheese in the Netherlands and in France. In Chinese herbal medicine, cumin is commonly referred to as xiao hui xiang “little fennel”. Cumin also as digestive properties and when boiled in water acts as an excellent refreshener.
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