Caraway seed whole, powerhouse from the aniseed family
Caraway seed whole is a spice that has been used since the Middle Ages. In the kitchen, but certainly not least because of its medicinal effects. It has a spicy, aniseed flavor. It is also often described as a taste between cumin and dill. You use the spice especially in simmer dishes and soups, but you can also use it to flavor homemade sauces. In addition, it is an important ingredient in rye bread.
What is caraway seed whole?
Caraway seed whole comes from the caraway plant. This plant is found in large parts of Europe, Asia and North Africa. The caraway seed that you can order online at our webshop comes from the Czech Republic. The spice is also called kummel, after the German name kümmel. In Germany it is used extensively, among others in sauerkraut and bread. The seeds of the plant are very small, about three to four millimeters long. The warm, aniseed spice has a pleasant aroma to give to various recipes. Since it has a strong taste, you have to dose it at your own discretion.
The difference with cumin and fennel
Caraway seed is often confused with cumin seeds. Given their taste, this is not strange, but it really concerns two different spices. Although both have a spicy, aniseed flavor, caraway seeds are twice as star and less bitter than cumin seeds. In terms of form, they also differ only slightly. Cumin seeds are straight, while caraway seeds are a lot of curves. Caraway is also regularly confused with fennel. Although it also has an aniseed flavor it has a somewhat grassy spiciness and you use it especially in combination with lamb or pork.
Caraway seed is also healthy
Just like many other herbs and spices, healthy seeds are also attributed to caraway seed. The spice is mainly known to counter stomach problems and thus a bloated feeling. In addition, it contains minerals such as calcium, iron and chromium, vitamins B1, B2 and B3 and a large portion of fiber. Caraway seed buying very online means that in addition to a seasoning, you also get a natural medicine.
Nutritional values per 100 grams
- Energy 1876.04 kJ
- Energy 448 kcal
- Fats 21.2 grams
- of which saturated fatty acids 0 grams
- Carbohydrates 41 grams
- of which sugars 0 grams
- Proteins 23.2 grams
- Fibers 3 grams
- Salt 0 gram
Packing unit: 50 grams
Use: Depending on application; to taste.
Ingredients: caraway seed
Country of origin: Czech Republic