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Ajwain Seed, Certified Organic

Ajwain Seed, Certified Organic

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Notes of oregano and thyme with hints of mint and pepper. Seeds are strong and bitter, but mellow with cooking. Add Ajwain seeds to breads, savory pastries, curries, legumes, potatoes, and other root vegetables.

Country of Origin: India

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Organic Ajwain.

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Species: Trachyspermum ammi

Other names: Ajowan, Ajwan, Ajwain carom, carum, bishop's weed

Appearance: The seeds have an olive green to brown color and are similar to cumin or caraway seeds in appearance, though easily differentiated by their oval shape and small size. They come from a small annual shrub with many branches of small feather-like leaves.

Typically used: Whole

Origin: Ajwain is thought to have originated in the Asia minor or Persia regions, and spread to India from there. It is now grown along river banks throughout the Middle East, as well as India and North Africa.

Flavor: This seed adds balance to both sweet and savory foods with its somewhat minty flavor. The flavor profile is therefore somewhat herbaceous, as well as savory and slightly bitter. The taste of the ajwain seed could also be described as bitter and pungent - reminiscent of anise and oregano.

Aroma: Due to containing the essential oil thymol, ajwain seeds smell like thyme, however ajwain seeds are much more aromatic.

Culinary uses: Ajwain is commonly used in baked goods, breads, vegetables, beans and more. In the Middle East, the spice is used in both meat and rice dishes. In India, the spice is paired with other spices in the Indian spice mix, baghaar, which is fried in oil to flavor lentil dishes, as well as added to breads, like ajwain paratha. Seeds are typically dry-roasted or fried in ghee. To protect the essential oils in ajwain seeds, and therefore their strong taste, it is best to grind the seeds just before use and add the spice in the final stages of cooking. Never worry about serving bland meals when you add ajwain seeds into the mix. The Indian and Mediterranean origin seed provides great zest that will have your mouth watering every time. Order today to take your meals to the next level!

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Hi! I'm Sandeep.

I travel to India, Asia, South America, and Europe to bring you back some of the most pristine, pure, organic clean ingredients in the world. All the products you'll find here at Pure Indian Foods are ones that me and my family use personally.

My family has been making ghee since 1889. Today, my wife, Nalini (aka "The Ghee Lady"), carries on this tradition. She still makes all the ghee and tightens every jar by hand.

We are passionate about bringing you traditional and nourishing foods. It's our labor of love and service to human-kind. Thank you for supporting our small family business.

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