MUstard Seed - Yellow
Mustard Seeds - Black
Cumin is a spice made from the seeds of the Cuminum cyminum plant. Many dishes use cumin, especially foods from its native regions of the Mediterranean and Southwest Asia. Cumin lends its distinctive flavor to chili, tamales and various Indian curries. Its flavor has been described as earthy, nutty, spicy and warm. Whatâ??s more, cumin has long been used in traditional medicine.
Cumin Seed - Whole
Kasuri Mehi refers to dried leaves of fenugreek plants. It is a herb with a bitter but addictive taste. Used as a spice in Indian curries, its strong aroma and distinctive flavor fascinates the taste .
Ajwain contains thymol, an essential oil that gives the spice its distinct taste and aroma. Another spice that contains thymol is thyme, and this is probably why both ajwain and thyme have similar aromas. Most of ajwain's health benefits can be attributed to the presence of thymol.
Grounded from coriander seeds, coriander powder is an essential condiment in the Indian cuisine. Very few dishes can be made without the touch of coriander powder. It has a pleasing aroma and savour.
Poppy seed is the seed from the poppy plant. People take poppy seed by mouth for asthma, constipation, cough, diarrhea caused by infection, difficulty sleeping, and to diagnose a condition called vesicoenteric fistula. In foods, poppy seed is used to make cakes, pastries, filling, glaze, or porridge. In manufacturing, poppy seed oil is used to make soap, paint, and varnish.
Black pepper (Piper nigrum) is a flowering vine in the family Piperaceae, cultivated for its fruit, known as a peppercorn, which is usually dried and used as a spice and seasoning. When fresh and fully mature, the fruit is about 5 mm (0.20 in) in diameter and dark red, and contains a single seed, like all drupes.
