Organic Cumin: Benefits, Uses and Recipes

What makes organic cumin special? Organic ground cumin (Cuminum cyminum) is one of the oldest and most used spices in the world, present in Mediterranean, Indian, Mexican and Arabic cuisine. Its flavor profile is earthy, warm and slightly bitter, with an unmistakable aroma that transforms any dish. Properties and benefits of cumin for health Iron-rich : a teaspoon of cumin contributes 20% of the CDR iron, ideal for people with anemia or vegetarian diet Promote digestion : stimulates the production of digestive enzymes and reduces gas and swelling Antioxidant : contains flavonoids and vitamin E that protect against oxidative stress Anti-inflammatory : its essential oils have natural anti-inflammatory properties Regulates blood sugar : several studies suggest that cumin helps control natural antibacterial glycemia : effective against some harmful bacteria in the digestive tract Whole Comino vs ground cumin: when to use each one? Whole cumin: use in sofritos at the beginning of cooking, in aromatized oils or to decorate breads and crackers. The heat activates its essential oils and multiplies its aroma. Ground cumin: perfect for mixtures of spices (curry, ras el hanout, za'atar), marinades, sauces and stews where you need the flavor to be integrated evenly. The best uses of cumin in the kitchen 1. Legumes: the perfect pairing Garbanzos, lentils, beans... cumin and legumes are inseparable. Add 1 teaspoon to the sofrito of your potage or hummus for a deeper flavor and lighter digestion. 2. Home Curry No curry is complete without cumin. It is the base spice next to the ground cilantro. For a basic curry: 2 teaspoons cumin, 2 cilantro, 1 turmeric, 1⁄2 cayenne. 3. Grilled meats and marinades The cumin in marinades for lamb, chicken or pork provides a smoked and earthy note. Combine it with garlic, paprika, olive oil and lemon for a Mediterranean-Oriental marinade. 4. Ras el Hanout and Moroccan mixtures The cumin is the protagonist in the hanot ras and in the Moroccan chermoula. Use it for lamb tagins, couscous or North African-style roasted vegetables. 5. Guacamole and Mexican Sauces A pinch of cumin in guacamole or tex-mex sauce makes a difference. It is also essential in the mixture of spices for tacos and fajitas. 6. Spice bread Adding whole cumin to the dough of the bread or focaccia provides texture and an intense aroma reminiscent of the traditional Mediterranean bakery. Quick recipe: Organic Comine Lentils Ingredients (4 people): 300g brown lentils, 1 onion, 2 garlic cloves, 1 carrot, 2 teaspoons organic ground cumin, 1 teaspoon sweet paprika, olive oil, salt. Preparation: Sausage chopped onion and garlic. Add carrot in dice, cumin and paprika. Incorporates rinsed lentils and covers with water or broth. Cook 25 minutes over medium heat. Cook salt and serve with an extra virgin olive oil thread. Recommended Cumin Dose For culinary use: 1⁄2 to 2 teaspoons per recipe (1-4 g). For medicinal use as a digestive supplement, always consult your doctor or nutritionist. How to keep cumin In a glass jar airtight, in a cool and dry place, away from light. The whole cumin retains its power up to 3 years; the ground between 1 and 2 years. Buy in small quantities to ensure maximum freshness. Discover our organic ground Comino certified Solsazón, grown in a sustainable way and without artificial additives.