Carom Seed (Ajwain)
Get ready to be blown away by our Carom Seed’s aroma and taste. We source the best Carom Seed from the farms of India. You can chew the seeds for their own medicinal value, tasting bitingly hot and bitter, leaving the tongue numb for a while. Cooking Carom Seed(Ajwain) mellows it somewhat. When crushed, they have a strong and distinctive thyme-like fragrance. A few flakes of carom seeds are enough to dominate the flavour of the dish. Popularly known as Ajwain in India, it holds its importance in Ayurveda and Unani medicine.
Health Benefits
Carom Seed help improve cholesterol levels, lower blood pressure, and it also helps fight peptic ulcers and improves indigestion. It also prevents coughing and improve airflow. Ajwain can also be used for hair and skin health.
Place of Origin
Carom Seed is thought to originate in Egypt, before traveling to India during the Greek conquest of Asia.
Recipe Usage
Pan-Fried Halibut, Stir-fried Spicy Zucchini and Red lentils Daal with Spiced Tadka.
Use
Carom Seed is used to flavor vegetarian dishes primarily legumes and bread dishes. In Indian cuisine, Ajwain/Carom seeds are added during the tadka or tempering process of cooking.
Taste and Aroma Description
Bitter taste, Hot and pungent.
Storage tips
It can be stored indefinitely if kept from light in airtight containers. Being a strong aromatic spice, ensure that the lid is tightly closed to retain the freshness of the spic.