Cumin seed or Jeera is an oblong shaped, sharp flavored and dark colored aromatic spice that is placed second to pepper in the context of importance. It is actually the dried fruit of an annual,
thin-stemmed cumin plant, which belongs to parsley family. Cumin is also known for its curing characteristics and hence it is used in many herbal and Ayurvedic medicines. Cumin seed has a
significant demand as a spice all around the globe especially in the places where spicy food is preferred. It is an integral part of the recipes in various cultures. After pepper, Jeera is
considered to be the most important spice in the world.
India has ever been the world spice home and has always been renowned for the best and expensive variety of spices that are produced in the country. The similar reputation is repeated in the case
of jeera or cumin seeds. Being the largest producer, consumer and exporter of jeera in the world, India claims to be the most dominating player in the world market scenario
Cumin seed or Jeera is an oblong shaped, sharp flavored