cumin

English - Turkish

Definition of cumin in English Turkish dictionary

kimyon

boyotu

(isim) kimyon

çemen

cumi

Related Terms

Cumin Seeds

(Din) Kimyon Tohumu

cumin seed

kimyon tohumu

black cumin

(Gıda) Çörekotu

black cumin oil

siyah kimyon yağı

black cumin

çöreotu

English - English

Definition of cumin in English English dictionary

The flowering plant Cuminum cyminum, in the family Apiaceae

Cumin is native to the region from the eastern Mediterranean to India.

Its aromatic long seed, used as a spice, notably in Indian and Mexican cookery

{n} a genus of aromatic plants

Type: Spice (whole or ground) Description: Dried fruit from a plant in the parsley family Flavor: Slightly bitter, pungent, nutty, hot Uses: Chili and curry powder blends, fish, lamb, pickling, sausages; Middle Eastern, Asian and Mediterranean recipes

"White" cumin seeds are oval, ridged and greenish brown in colour They have a strong aroma and flavour and can be used as a whole or ground Ready-ground cumin powder is widely available Black cumin seeds are dark and aromatic and are used to flavour curries and rice

{i} type of plant used as a seasoning

This spice is a member of the parsley family and dates back to the Old Testament Also called "cumino " Its nutty-flavored seeds are used to make curries, chili powders, and Kümmel liqueur

A flowering plant in the family Apiaceae, native to the region from the eastern Mediterranean to India

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A dwarf umbelliferous plant, somewhat resembling fennel (Cuminum Cyminum), cultivated for its seeds, which have a bitterish, warm taste, with an aromatic flavor, and are used like those of anise and caraway

cuminum cyminum a other spice blends, (dried seeds) d

Also known as Comino, Cumin seeds come in three colors: Amber, white and black Cumin, a dried fruit of the parsley family is available in seed or ground form It is most commonly used in Curry dishes and Chili dishes

Another important spice in Indian cooking of which there are two types: black and white cumin (jeera) seeds with the latter being extensively used

Cumin is a sweet-smelling spice, and is popular in Indian cooking. the seeds of a plant that have a sweet smell and are used especially in Mexican and Indian cooking, or the plant that they grow on. Small, slender annual herb (Cuminum cyminum) of the carrot family (Apiaceae). It is cultivated in the Mediterranean region, India, China, and Mexico. Its seeds, which are actually dried fruits, are used in many spice mixtures such as chili and curry powders. Cumin is especially popular in Asian, North African, and Latin American cuisines. Its oil is used in perfumes, for flavouring liquors, and for medicinal purposes

A spice derived from this plant, used in Indian and Mexican cookery

aromatic seeds of the cumin herb of the carrot family

Stimulating Can irritate skin Use sparingly

Available both in a powder and as seeds Freshly ground seeds impart a robust fragrance and flavor to curries, salsas, soups, and marinades For heightened aroma, roast the whole seeds for a couple of minutes in a dry skillet or toaster oven before grinding

aromatic seeds of the cumin herb of the carrot family dwarf Mediterranean annual long cultivated for its aromatic seeds

dwarf Mediterranean annual long cultivated for its aromatic seeds

A spice frequently used in Latin American, Oriental, and Indian cooking Cumin has a warm, salty-sweet flavor similar to caraway Recipe: Tandoor-Style Chicken Breasts

cuminum

Related Terms

black cumin

An annual Eurasian herb (Nigella sativa) having bluish-white flowers and pungent black seeds used as a seasoning in Asian cuisines

Hyphenation

cum·in

Etymology

() From Old English cymen, from Latin cuminum, from Ancient Greek κύμινον (kúminon), itself of Semitic origin; cognate with Old High German kumin, and via Semitic route related to Hebrew כמון (kammon) and Arabic كمون (kammun).

Common Collocations

cumin seed