Cumin is an aromatic spice primarily used in recipes from the Middle East and India. Its color is earthy brown, with a slightly bitter taste and a characteristic fragrant aroma.

It has multiple uses:

• Toast it and grind it in a mortar.
• Sauté the seeds or grind them in a mill.
• Add it to pilaf for a warm aromatic touch.
• It pairs excellently with kebabs, lemony chicken, meatballs, red lentils, hummus, and bean dishes.
• Sprinkle it on vegetable pies, vegetable soups, and potato salads.
• It is essential for making Smyrna-style soutzouk loukou.