Vanns Spices Cumin, Ground
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, also known as comino, is native to the Nile valley in Egypt.
- It is now cultivated in other hot regions of India, the Mediterranean and Northern Africa.
- Currently, more than 50% of all cumin comes from India.
- Cumin is one of the most consumed spices right after chiles and peppercorns and is a key ingredient in many curry and chili powders.
- This seed is strong, earthy, and slightly spicy and pairs well with allspice, chiles, garlic, ginger, and turmeric.
- Key ingredient in many curry and chili powders, barbecue sauces, and burgers.
- Popular in Latin food such as tamale seasoning, rice, and enchilada sauce.