Cumin
What is Cumin?
Cumin is a spice derived from the dried seed of the Cuminum cyminum plant, which is native to the Middle East and India. The seeds are typically harvested, dried, and then ground into a powder or used whole.
Is Cumin vegan?
Cumin is not animal-derived. Products that contain it can still include other animal-derived ingredients, so check the full ingredient list.
Is Cumin a major allergen?
Cumin is not one of the 14 major allergens that require mandatory labelling in the UK.
What is Cumin used for?
Cumin is primarily used as a flavouring agent in a wide variety of cuisines, particularly in Indian, Mexican, and Middle Eastern dishes.
Is Cumin safe?
Cumin is not considered a food additive and is used for its flavour.
Why it's used
Cumin is primarily used as a flavouring agent in a wide variety of cuisines, particularly in Indian, Mexican, and Middle Eastern dishes. It imparts a warm, earthy, and slightly bitter taste to foods such as curries, stews, marinades, and spice blends.
Health notes
Cumin is not considered a food additive and is used for its flavour. While traditionally used in some folk medicines, scientific evidence for specific health benefits in humans at typical dietary intakes is limited. Regulatory bodies have not set specific limits for cumin as a food ingredient. There is ongoing research into its potential properties, but no widespread controversies regarding its use in food have been identified.
Allergen info
Cumin is not one of the 14 major allergens that require mandatory labelling in the UK. It is not derived from any of these allergens. Not a major allergen.
Foods that contain Cumin
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