This Wild Mountain Cumin features a savory, penetrating aroma with bright, umami flavor which brings to mind grilled meats and sweet caramelized onions. The tiny, oblong black seeds are hand-picked by foragers in the Hindu Kush mountains of Afghanistan. It is botanically distinct from common cumin, and renowned in Afghanistan as well as south and central Asia for its delicious flavor. Bloom the seeds in hot oil or ghee and use as the base for stews, curries or braises. Grind seeds and mix with other spices such as coriander and black pepper for a savory meat rub. Whole seeds may be mixed into guacamole, vinaigrettes or yogurt-based spreads.
*The seeds are smaller and softer than the cumin you may be familiar with, and do not need to be ground before use.
- 1.5 ounce glass jar
- Origin: Badakhashan, Afghanistan
- Ingredients: Whole wild cumin (Bunium persicum)
- Sun-dried
- Tasting notes of grilled onion, dried apricots, and mountain air
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