Did You Know? Caraway, sometimes referred to as Meridian Fennel of Persian Cumin, is a biennial flowering plant in the Apiaceae or Umbelliferae family. The Apiaceae family includes celery, carrot, fennel, and parsley varieties, notable for their hollow stems and aromatic qualities. As a biennial plant, caraway won’t mature (produce fruit) until the second growing season, though its leaves in the first year can be a nice addition to a soup or salad. The caraway plant can grow up to three feet tall, with delicate, feathery leaves. Caraway will bloom white or pink flowers from May to July before producing its fruit. Caraway seeds are not seeds at all. The caraway plant produces its seeds in achenes. Achenes are a type of fruit defined by its simple, dried form – and that they contain only one seed. So technically, the “seeds” we use from the caraway plant are actually an achene, or fruit. The fruit (and leaves) of the caraway plant are very similar to other plants in the celery family, which is why caraway is sometimes confused with fennel or cumin. Caraway, however, is a distinct plant. Caraway seeds are also distinct, though only upon close inspection. The crescent shaped caraway seed is darker in color and smoother than the cumin seed. Caraway seeds are also more bitter than cumin. The aroma of caraway seeds can be described as slightly minty or peppery. Caraway seeds have an anise-like (mild licorice) flavor, though it is more complex and less pronounced than the anise flavor in fennel seeds. Like fennel seeds, caraway can be used as an anise seed substitute, but they do have a distinct flavor of their own. Caraway seeds also have an herbal bitterness with pronounced aromatic qualities. This is why caraway seeds are a common savory spice in traditional European cooking and baking. The unique flavor profile of caraway seeds is due to the high concentration of natural essential oils. Together with the dense supply of antioxidants, these volatile oils are behind

Net Wt. 3oz (85gms), Authentic Indian Product, Product of India Alternative Name (Indian) Vilayati Jeera. As a biennial plant, caraway won’t mature (produce fruit) until the second growing season, though its leaves in the first year can be a nice addition to a soup or salad. The caraway plant can grow up to three feet tall, with delicate, feathery leaves. Caraway will bloom white or pink flowers from May to July before producing its fruit. Packed in a no barrier Plastic Jar, let us tell you how important that is when using this, potent of all Indian Spices!. Caraway seeds are not seeds at all. The caraway plant produces its seeds in achenes. Achenes are a type of fruit defined by its simple, dried form – and that they contain only one seed. So technically, the “seeds” we use from the caraway plant are actually an achene, or fruit. The fruit (and leaves) of the caraway plant are very similar to other plants in the celery family, which is why caraway is sometimes confused with fennel or cumin. You'll LOVE our Caraway (Vilayati Jeera) --Here's Why:100% Natural, No preservatives, Additives or Colors, All Natural, Non-GMO, PREMIUM Gourmet Food Grade Spice.

GTIN: 714169867762. Best Sellers Rank: See Top 100 in Grocery & Gourmet Food. Package Weight: 0.11 Kilograms. Region of Origin: India. Weight: 3 Ounces. Specialty: 100 Natural. Material Type Free: Preservative Free. Unit Count: 1.00 Count. Item Form: Seeds. Variety: Fennel,Cumin,Caraway,Celery. Brand: DESI KITCHEN AUTHENTIC INDIAN PRODUCTS. Country of Origin: India. : B0949PZMVQ. Manufacturer: DESI KITCHEN AUTHENTIC INDIAN PRODUCTS. UPC: 714169867762. Product Dimensions: 2.5 x 2.5 x 3.5 inches; 3 Ounces.