Ingredients : Organic Cumin Seeds.
Country of origin : India.
Flavours : Fresh and citrusy, herbaceous and slightly pungent notes.
Storage : Store away from heat, light, and humidity.
BBD : 01/08/2027
Lot No. : CDIBA100009092100
Organic control body : DE-ÖKO-003
- Delivered in an airtight and reusable bag.
- Packaged by us in the Occitanie region.
🌾 10 delicious cumin recipes
Cumin, with its warm and slightly earthy aroma, is an essential spice in Mediterranean, Middle Eastern, and Tex-Mex cuisines. Discover how to easily incorporate it into your daily meals.
🥘 Roasted Potatoes with Cumin
Ingredients:
- Potatoes
- Olive oil
- 1 tsp cumin seeds
- Paprika
- Salt
Preparation: Lightly crush the cumin seeds in a mortar or leave them whole, depending on your preference. Mix them with olive oil, paprika, and salt. Generously coat the quartered potatoes and bake for 35 to 40 minutes at 200°C, turning halfway through.
Result: Golden and crispy potatoes with an enchanting aroma.
🍲 Carrot and Cumin Soup
Ingredients:
- Carrots
- Onion
- 1 tsp cumin
- Vegetable broth
- Crème fraîche (optional)
Preparation: Sauté the sliced onion with the sliced carrots and cumin. Add the broth and cook for 20 minutes until the carrots are tender. Blend until smooth and, if desired, add a little cream for extra creaminess.
Result: A mild, comforting, and delicately flavored soup.
🌮 Beef Tacos with Cumin
Ingredients:
- Ground beef
- Garlic and onion
- 1 tsp cumin
- Paprika and oregano
- Salt
Preparation: Sauté the minced onion and garlic in a pan. Add the ground beef and brown it, then stir in the cumin, paprika, oregano, and salt. Simmer for a few minutes. Serve in tortillas with your favorite toppings.
Result: The authentic Tex-Mex flavor that makes tacos so popular.
🍛 Roasted Chickpeas with Cumin
Ingredients:
- Cooked and drained chickpeas
- Olive oil
- Ground cumin
- Paprika
- Salt
Preparation: Thoroughly dry the chickpeas and mix them with oil and spices. Spread them on a baking sheet and bake for 25 minutes at 190°C, stirring regularly, until they are crispy.
Result: A healthy and crispy snack, perfect for an aperitif.
🥩 Cumin Marinade for Meats
Ingredients:
- Olive oil
- Ground cumin
- Crushed garlic
- Lemon juice
- Salt and pepper
Preparation: Mix all ingredients in a bowl. Marinate chicken, lamb, or beef for at least 1 hour in the refrigerator before grilling or cooking on a plancha.
Result: A flavorful marinade that enhances your grilled dishes.
🍅 Express Tomato Sauce with Cumin
Ingredients:
- Crushed tomatoes
- Garlic and onion
- Cumin
- Oregano
Preparation: Sauté the minced garlic and onion with cumin in a little oil. Add the crushed tomatoes and oregano, then simmer for 10 to 15 minutes over medium heat.
Result: A perfect sauce to accompany pasta, rice, or shakshuka.
🥗 Lentil Salad with Cumin
Ingredients:
- Green or red lentils
- Red onion
- Fresh parsley
- Cumin
- Vinegar and olive oil
Preparation: Cook the lentils according to package instructions. In a pan, heat a spoonful of oil with cumin to release its aromas and prepare a fragrant vinaigrette. Mix the warm lentils with the sliced red onion, chopped parsley, and vinaigrette.
Result: A fresh, nutritious, and flavorful salad.
🧆 Falafels with Cumin
Ingredients:
- Cooked chickpeas
- Garlic
- Fresh parsley and coriander
- Cumin
- Salt
Preparation: Blend all ingredients until you get a coarse but homogeneous texture. Form into balls and cook them in a pan with a little oil or bake in the oven at 180°C for 20 minutes.
Result: Cumin provides the characteristic and essential flavor of authentic falafels.
🍞 Homemade Bread with Cumin
Ingredients:
- Flour, water, and baker's yeast
- 1 tsp cumin seeds
Preparation: Incorporate the cumin seeds directly into your bread dough. Knead, let it rise according to your usual recipe, then bake.
Result: An exquisitely aromatic oriental-scented bread.
🍚 Cumin Rice (Jeera Rice)
Ingredients:
- Basmati rice
- Butter or oil
- Cumin seeds
- Salt
Preparation: Heat the butter in a saucepan and add the cumin seeds until they start to crackle and release their aromas. Add the rice, mix well, then pour in the salted water and cook normally.
Result: A classic accompaniment from Indian restaurants, simple and fragrant.
Tip: To intensify the aroma of cumin, dry-roast the seeds for a few seconds in a pan before using them. This technique reveals the full aromatic depth of this extraordinary spice.