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Cumin is the dried seed of the cumin plant, which is related to the parsley plant

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Is cumin a nut?

No, the spice cumin is the ground seed of the cumin plant.


What is black cumin?

Black cumin is a spice plant with aromatic seeds, Latin name Nigella sativa, or a spice plant related to cumin with dark seeds and an edible root.


Is Ground Cumin a spice herb or blend?

Ground cumin is a spice.


What spice is similar to cumin?

Coriander is a spice that is similar to cumin in flavor.


Where is black cumin seed grown?

Native to the Mediterranean region, black cumin seed is cultivated in North Africa, Asia, and southeastern Europe. The largest producers of black cumin seed are Egypt, India, Pakistan, Iran, Iraq, and Turkey.


What is a black caraway?

A black caraway is a Middle-Eastern spice plant related to buttercups with dark black aromatic seeds, or a spice plant from India, related to caraway and cumin.


Are turmeric and cumin the same spice?

No, turmeric and cumin are not the same spice. They come from different plants and have distinct flavors and uses in cooking. Turmeric is known for its bright yellow color and earthy flavor, while cumin has a warm and slightly bitter taste.


Is cumin a vegetable?

yes, cinnamon is a vegetable. some say its a spice. that is also correct. but cinnamon is really a vegetable smuthered into tiny bits.


What spice is similar to cumin and can be used as a substitute in recipes?

Coriander is a spice similar to cumin and can be used as a substitute in recipes.


What kind of spice is cumin?

A spice. Cumin has a earthy and nutty taste to it. It can also taste a little spicy or peppery and has a pungent smell. It is used in Middle Eastern and European cuisine.


Did coumadin originally come from cumin?

No, Coumadin (warfarin) did not originally come from cumin. It is a synthetic anticoagulant derived from a compound found in sweet clover, specifically from the moldy plants that produce coumarin. While cumin is a spice derived from the seeds of Cuminum cyminum, it is not related to the development of Coumadin.


What spice can I use in place of cumin in my recipe?

You can use ground coriander as a substitute for cumin in your recipe.