Description:

• An herb belonging to the cumin and parsley family, carom seeds (ajwain) are tiny, erect and oval-shaped with a sharp and penetrating taste.
• It has been used since ancient times for its culinary, aromatic and medicinal properties. Carom seeds are mostly used in whole form, and very rarely as a powder. These are rich in fiber, minerals, vitamins, and anti-oxidants.
• Its strong aroma and distinctive taste, ajwain is used in small quantities as part of the tadka for many dishes, especially dals and vegetables.
• It goes well with chutneys, raitas, snacks, chaats, vegetables, and in curries, and may be combined with turmeric, paprika, cumin, fennel, and coriander for a flavorsome masala.