Simply Organic Cumin Seed Ground 2.31 oz.

Let’s get real about quality. Whole cumin must meet strict customs standards. Many importers avert customs problems with contamination by having the cumin seeds ground into powder before importing, rendering any contaminants undetectable. You don’t want that. We import whole cumin seed from India and Turkey and grind it ourselves to ensure the purest, safest ground cumin possible.

In Rajasthan, India, Swani Spice Mills — one of our partners in our sustainable sourcing program — works with 250 farmers across several villages to produce high quality, organic cumin seed. But, if organically grown seeds come into contact with pesticide-contaminated equipment used by hired local processors, the farmers’ efforts may be for naught. We helped Swani Spice buy two dedicated threshing machines built specifically to process cumin. Now, the farmers pay a third of what they previously paid for threshing. And you get pure, clean, great-tasting cumin you can feel good about.

Turkey/India

This is a must-have spice for Middle Eastern, North African, Mexican and Indian dishes. Has special synergy with chili powder — if it’s not in your favorite chili recipe, it should be. Experience it in your chickpea and veggie burgers, hummus and spreads. And, of course, on popcorn.

Cuminum cyminum L.