How to Use Cumin Seeds in Cooking + 3 Easy & Healthy Cumin Recipes

How to Use Cumin Seeds in Cooking + 3 Easy & Healthy Cumin Recipes

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How to Use Cumin Seeds in the Kitchen

  • Cumin seeds are widely used in Indian and South Asian cuisines.

  • They are commonly used for tempering and enhancing the flavour of savoury dishes.

  • In addition to their culinary use, cumin seeds have digestive and carminative properties. They act as an appetizer and are often included in home remedies for stomach issues.

  • Cumin seeds can be used whole or ground into a powder to add flavour and aroma to various recipes.



  • Recipes:

    Crispy Cumin-Twist Paratha:

    Ingredients:
    Cumin seeds 2 t.spoon
    Black pepper 1 t.spoon
    Coriander seeds 1 t.spoon
    Salt ½ t.spoon
    Amchur powder (dried raw mango) ½ t.spoon
    Whole wheat flour 1 cup
    Sesame seeds ¼ cup
    Peanut powder ¼ cup
    Ghee 2-3 t.spoon (for roasting)
    Recipe:
  • Heat a frying pan over medium flame and add cumin seeds, coriander seeds, and black pepper. Roast them until they release a fragrant aroma.
  • Grind the roasted seeds coarsely in a mixer grinder and transfer the powder into a bowl. Add sesame seeds, a pinch of salt, peanut powder, and 1 teaspoon of ghee. Mix well to form a semi-thick paste.
  • In another bowl, take whole wheat flour, add salt and 1 teaspoon of ghee. Gradually add water and knead to make a soft dough, similar in consistency to chapatti dough.
  • Let the dough rest for 10-15 minutes. Then, divide it into lemon-sized balls. Roll each ball into a thick circle about 2-3 inches in diameter. Spread ½ teaspoon of the cumin mixture on it, fold it twice to form a triangle shape, sprinkle some whole wheat flour, and roll it out thinly. Repeat the process with the remaining dough balls.
  • Heat a griddle on medium flame. Roast each paratha on both sides without ghee initially. Then, apply ghee and continue roasting until the paratha turns light brown and develops a crispy texture.
  • Serve hot with vegetables, curry, or chutney.
  • This recipe makes a delicious and appetizing dish for breakfast or lunch and is also helpful for people with weak digestion.


  • Cumin-Lemon Cold Tea:

    Ingredients:
    Cumin seeds 1 t.spoon
    Lemon 1
    Jaggery 1 t.spoon
    Salt a pinch
    Recipe:
  • In a bowl, combine cumin seeds and jaggery with water. Let them soak for 3 to 4 hours.
  • After soaking, blend the mixture in a mixer grinder until smooth.
  • Strain the liquid to remove any fibres.
  • Add the zest of one lemon and squeeze the juice from the same lemon into the strained mixture. Mix well.
  • Serve the tea at room temperature or chilled.
  • This refreshing drink is perfect for rehydration during summer and makes an appetizing beverage to enjoy before meals.


  • Cumin-Mango Ginger Appetizer:

    Ingredients:
    Cumin seeds 2 t.spoon
    Mango ginger (chopped) ½ cup
    Lemon juice 2 t.spoon
    Salt 1 t.spoon
    Coriander leaves 2 t.spoon
    Ginger (chopped) ¼ cup
    Recipe:
  • Heat a frying pan and dry roast the cumin seeds for 2-3 minutes until fragrant.
  • Coarsely grind the roasted cumin seeds in a mixer grinder.
  • Add the chopped ginger, mango ginger, salt, lemon juice, and 1 tablespoon of coriander leaves to the grinder. Blend everything into a smooth paste.
  • Transfer the paste to a bowl and garnish with the remaining coriander leaves.
  • Serve this appetizer on its own or alongside meals as a digestive dip. It's also beneficial to consume before meals to help with anorexia or nausea.
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