Meaning & use
Ajowan
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A small seed from a plant related to cumin and caraway, used as a pungent spice in South Asian cooking.
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A pinch of ajowan seeds is often added to lentil dishes for extra flavor and digestibility.
The bread was flecked with ajowan, giving it a sharp, thyme-like aroma.
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Also known as 'ajwain' or 'carom seed'; commonly used in Indian, Pakistani, and Middle Eastern cuisines.
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carom seed
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