Cumin is the dried seeds which are a very popular spice used for their strong aroma and bitter warm flavor.
Cumin is one of the most popular spices throughout Asia, especially in India where it is an important component of many popular recipes such as the yogurt dish raita, alu jira (potatoes with cumin), masala dosa, and the most popular spice blend "garam masala". Cumin is also popular in Arabic cuisines and a part of "Baharat" seasoning, north African "Tagines", and Falafel.
Today, India and Iran are the main producers of cumin worldwide.
