CUMIN, GROUND
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CUMIN, GROUND
CUMINGR-16
Description:
TEMPORARILY UNAVAILABLE The flavor of Cumin plays a large part in Indian, Mid Eastern, North African and Mexican cooking. Cumin is a seed from a low growing bush that grows to about one to two feet tall. The seeds are small with a striped pattern and are brown in color. The seeds are boat-shaped, tapering at each end, with tiny stalks attached. Similar in looks to Caraway seeds, Cumin seeds are lighter and their flavor is strong, warm and slightly bitter. A great source of Iron, Cumin has been used medicinally as a diuretic, carminative, stimulant, astringent and antispasmodic. Ancient lore cited that Cumin kept chickens and lovers from wondering. Cumin is used in many ethnic cuisines and is a critical ingredient of chili powder. Also found in Achiote blends, garam masala, curry powder and baharat. Ground Cumin is stronger than whole seeds and is used mainly where highly spiced foods are preferred.
Ingredient Statement:
Cumin.
TEMPORARILY UNAVAILABLE
Product Description
Cumin is the seed of a small annual herb. The plant grows to about one foot in height and has flowers which range in color from pale pink, to white, to lavender. Cumin is parchment colored, hard and angular in shape. Ground Cumin is a very easy way to add the mildly hot and sweet flavor of the Cumin seed to dishes. Cumin has long been grown in numerous regions of the world; including India, Egypt, Arabia, and the Mediterranean regions.
Physical
Color: Light to dark yellowish brown.
Flavor: Pungent flavor, slightly bitter, sharp, warm.
Size: Minimum 80% through a U.S. #40 sieve.
Chemical
Moisture: N/A Sulfites: N/A Heat Level: N/A
Ingredient Statement:
Cumin.
Shelf Life: Min 12 months (under optimum storage conditions).
Packaging: Plastic jar, bag in box, or to customer specification.
Storage Conditions: Store in a dry, cool place.
Microbiological
SPC: <1,000,000 cfu / g
COLIFORM: <1000 cfu / g
YEAST: <2500 cfu / g
MOLD: <2500 cfu / g
Due to the nature of raw, agricultural products, the microbiological data provided should be considered as guidelines.
About Nutritional Information
Chieftain Wild Rice Company gathers nutritional information from highly regarded sources. Nutritional analysis can vary due to growing conditions, frequency of testing, and other factors.
| Nutrition Facts | |
|---|---|
| Serving Size 100G Number of Servings |
|
| Amount Per Serving | |
| Calories375 | Calories from Fat198 |
| % Daily Value * | |
| Total Fat 22g | 34% |
| Saturated Fat 2g | 10% |
| Trans Fat 0g | |
| Cholesterol 0g | 0% |
| Sodium168 mg | 7% |
| % | |
| Total Carbohydrate 44g | 15% |
| Dietary Fiber 11g | 44% |
| Sugars 2g | |
| Protein 18g | % |
| Vitamin A | 25% |
| Vitamin C | 13% |
| Calcium | 93% |
| Iron | 367% |
| * The Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. | |
Heat with butter or olive oil and drizzle over cooked vegetables or potatoes. For a bit of a bite, add Cumin to your stir-fry or rice pilafs. Try Cumin in chile con carne, enchiladas, sausage, cheese, and chutneys. Toss some Cumin in to your favorite cornmeal muffin recipe or use as a pickling ingredient for cabbage and sauerkraut. Accent your fish dishes, stews, couscous, dips and vegetables.
Recommended Preparation Instructions:
Ready to use. Just add to recipe. Primarily added to minced meat, vegetables, stews and chili.