ABOUT CUMIN POWDER (JEERA)
Cumin powder generally gets used to give quirky treatment to food. Cumin is a spice that comes from the Cuminum cyminum plant. Cumin is usually purchased in the form of whole dried seeds or as ground powder. Cumin is a staple spice in many cuisines, especially Mexican, Indian, African, and Asian. Specifically Indians use roasted cumin in such dishes like Raita, Chhole and much more. Cumin seed benefits from toasting before use to being out its aromatic, nutty flavor. Cumin is a staple ingredient in most curry powders and many spices blends. India consumes 63% of the world’s cumin.