Vanns Spices Cumin Seed
Vanns Spices was founded in Baltimore, MD in 1981 to provide premium quality seasoning blends and spices for the professional chef and cooking enthusiast. Guided by our commitment to great taste, health and sustainability, Vanns continues to scour the world in search of unusual spices and to develop new products.
- Cumin is a spice made from the dried seed of a plant which is a member of the parsley family.
- Cumin is one of the most popular spices and is commonly used in Latin American, Middle Eastern, North African, and Indian cuisines, among many others.
- It is available both as whole seeds as well as in ground form.
- You will find whole seeds in Indian recipes (also called jeera.)
- You will find ground cumin as an ingredient in Mexican and Middle Eastern dishes, as well as chili, barbecue sauce, baked beans, soups, and marinades.
- Cumin is a typical ingredient in chili powder and is also often found in other spice blends such as garam masala, curry powder, achiote blends, adobos, berbere, and bahaarat.
- Top Flavor: Earthy, Spicy
- Delicious In: Fish Tacos, Indian Food
