Cummin is the seed of a small umbelliferous plant native to Levant and Upper Egypt
Cummin is the seed of a small umbelliferous plant native to Levant and Upper Egypt and is popularly used for food flavoring and aroma. It's flavor is pungent, powerful, sharp and slightly bitter. The seeds of the plant are used in whole or powdered form in food processing industry. It is mainly used in spicy foods.