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Cumin is native to the Middle East and has been known from ancient times, in other words there is presumed to be no specific date of discovery. More specifically, the word is believed to be of Sumerian origin, where Sumer is an ancient Mesopotamian civilization dating back at least 6000 years. Mesopotamia was in the area between the Tigris and Euphrates rivers in present day Iraq.
(Adapted from the Wikipedia entries for "Cumin", "Sumerian", and "Mesopotamia")
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Is cumin a cancer fighting herb?
yes it is. It has been recently discovered that it kills the cancer cells in the Oseophagus
Is cumin a nut?
No, the spice cumin is the ground seed of the cumin plant.
Do cumin seeds contain gluten?
No. All cumin seeds contain is cumin.
Do you use the same amount of chili powder as cumin?
Yes Powdered cumin is the same as ground cumin - powdered cumin is fine and ground is coarser.
Who discovered cumin?
Cumin has been used since ancient times, and its exact discovery is not attributed to a specific individual. It is believed to have originated in the eastern Mediterranean and South Asia, with evidence of its use dating back to ancient Egypt. The spice was later popularized in various cultures, including in Roman and Greek cuisines. Today, cumin remains a staple in many culinary traditions worldwide.
What plant does cumin spice come from?
Cumin is the dried seed of the cumin plant, which is related to the parsley plant
What is the ratio of dry cumin to ground cumin?
90%
What ingredients are in cumin?
Cumin is a thin spindle shaped seed that resembles a caraway seed. It's been used as a spice for ages. And it's made from grinding Cumin seeds.
Does grinding cumin seed make ground cumin?
Yes!
When did William Cumin die?
William Cumin died in 1159.
Is ground cumin a lipid?
Lipid is about 14.5% of dry cumin seeds.
Is Ground Cumin a spice herb or blend?
Ground cumin is a spice.
