Whole cumin seeds, packed by Malwatte in a 50g glass shaker bottle. The label reads Cumin Seeds, All Natural.
Cumin has a warm, earthy flavour with a slightly bitter edge that turns nutty when the seeds are toasted. In Sri Lanka it is one of the spices roasted and ground for curry powder, and whole seeds are used across South Asian, Middle Eastern and Mexican cooking.
In the pack
- 50g whole cumin seeds
- Glass shaker jar with a black screw cap and an "All Natural" label
- Manufactured and packed by Malwatte Valley Plantations PLC, Colombo
In the kitchen
Sizzle a teaspoon in hot oil or ghee until fragrant, then add onions for a curry or pour it over dhal. Dry-toast the seeds in a pan and grind them for spice blends, or stir them whole into rice, breads and roast potatoes.
Storage
Keep the cap tightly closed and store the jar in a cool, dry place away from sunlight. Labels in this range say to use the contents within 60 days of opening.
Malwatte is the food brand of Malwatte Valley Plantations PLC of Colombo, a Sri Lankan grower, manufacturer and exporter of tea and spices.
