Omega Ajwan Seed: carom seeds with a sharp thyme-like flavour for parathas, pakoras and dal tadka. Single 1 kg pack.
Ajwain, also called carom seed, is a small ridged seed with a sharp, thyme-like flavour. Indian and Pakistani cooks add a pinch to paratha and puri dough, pakora and bhaji batter, and fried fish coatings. It is often bloomed in hot ghee as a tadka over dals and vegetable dishes. Because the flavour is strong, a quarter to half a teaspoon is usually enough for a family dish. Crush the seeds lightly between your palms to release the aroma before adding them. Ajwain, also known as carom or bishop's weed, is an annual herb of the Apiaceae family, the same family as cumin and fennel. Whole seeds stay aromatic for a long time if kept in a sealed jar away from the stove.
