Embark on a culinary voyage with our Wild Black Cumin, grown wild along the foothills of the Hindu Kush mountains in Afghanistan. With its robust, nutty flavor, this cumin introduces a richness and earthiness to your savory dishes, transporting your taste buds to the rugged terrains of Afghanistan. This is a completely different cumin than any you will find on the market!
Wild Black Cumin
Chickpeas, chicken, beef, root vegetables , cauliflower
All of our spices and seasonings are salt-free and packaged by hand to ensure maximum quality and freshness. Packaged in glass - BPA free.
With hot, dry winds over semi-arid lands, Afghanistan’s growing region is ideal for growing artisanal spices.
By opening Afghanistan's markets and creating direct trade, we can help build livelihoods for the women and farmers of this region.
All of our spices and seasonings are
salt-free and packaged by hand to ensure maximum quality and freshness.
An essential spice in cuisines around the world, cumin’s nutty flavor brings richness and earthiness to a variety of dishes. The rugged, mountainous terrain where our wild black cumin is grown adds an extra layer of sharp earthy, and piney flavors. This intoxicating black cumin will take you on a culinary journey, adding a bold aromatic punch to your favorite dishes.
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This recipe for roasted chicken thighs marinated in cumin, honey, and blood orange glaze is perfect for an elegant weekday dinner.
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United StatesDeep earthy flavor, fabulous whole or finely milled.
United StatesThe cumin was great. Flavorful, yet small, so I didn’t need to grind it.
United StatesThis cumin is a little different from “regular” cumin seed I can purchase at the grocery. It’s a little darker in color and the seeds seem a little smaller. Is it better? I don’t know, but it is very good and fun to have a little splurge with something new.
United StatesThe flavor of the Rumi Spice Wild Black Cumin is amazing, and there are so many ways to use it. For example, we use it to make a lovely spice blend with Herati Whole Seed Coriander and black peppercorn. Another blend we make is Wild Black Cumin and cardamom seeds. We also sprinkle the whole seeds over basmati rice when cooking. The aroma! It is a versatile and full-flavor spice. My husband is originally from Afghanistan, and Rumi's mission is near and dear to our hearts. We support them for who they are and what they do. Their good work makes available truly special spices that can be used to make any number of dishes more flavorful and delicious.
United StatesI used this in a vegetable soup, and it added an extra complex flavor that made excellent.
Indigenous to the Old Persian Empire, black cumin is virtually unknown outside of the Middle East. Our Black Cumin grows wild along the foothills of the Hindu Kush Mountains in Afghanistan where mountainous terroir adds an extra layer of sharp earthy and piney flavors that differentiates our cumin from the more common varieties available.
Hand-harvested Afghan foragers in this region, sourcing this exotic spice furthers our social mission of creating agricultural jobs for the people of Afghanistan.
Wild foraged products, like Rumi's Black Cumin, have a distinct taste influenced by the natural environment in which they grow. The rugged terrains of the Hindu Kush mountains impart sharp earthy and piney notes to the cumin, setting it apart from conventionally grown varieties. Unlike the conventional cumin found in most markets, Rumi Spice Wild Black Cumin is a completely different plant species. Through genetic sequencing, it has been discovered that Afghan Wild Black Cumin has a distinct genetic makeup that sets it apart, making it a truly unique spice.
We proudly employ Afghan women to forage for the wild black cumin. These women, with their deep knowledge of the land and their skilled foraging techniques, play a crucial role in the gathering of this extraordinary spice. We not only contribute to their economic empowerment, but also help preserve traditional practices and empower them to become agents of change in their communities.
Sourced directly from the rugged landscapes of Badakhshan province in Afghanistan, Rumi Spice Wild Black Cumin is not just a spice but a testament to sustainable and ethical business practices. Each purchase contributes directly to supporting local farmers and their families, driving economic growth in the region.
With its distinct flavor profile and exceptional quality, Rumi Spice's Wild Black Cumin adds an unmatched depth and complexity to any dish. Its robust flavor, owing to the unique environmental conditions where it grows, promises to take your culinary experiences to a whole new level.
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