DO YOU KNOW ANYTHING ABOUT CARAWAY SEEDS?

Family: Apiaceae

Latin name: Carum carvi

Other common names: Persian cumin, Shah jeera, meridian fennel

Caraway is one of the most ancient spices known to people. The seeds of the plant have a powerful healing effect. The useful properties of caraway are widely used in folk medicine and healthy eating. The range of diseases that are cured with the help of caraway is huge. Regular consumption of this spice in food is an excellent prevention and support to the body.

Botanical Description

Caraway, or Carum carvi, is a biennial herb that originates from Europe, western Asia and northern Africa. The leaves are finely divided. The stems can reach up to 20-30 cm in height with the main stem about 40-60 cm tall. The little white or pinkish flowers grow in umbels. The fruits are small achenes that are similar to a crescent in shape. They are usually about 2 mm long and have 5 light-coloured ridges. The seeds have a slightly pungent taste similar to that of anise.

Caraway Seeds contain the following components:

• anethole
• carvone
• limonene
• tannins
• protein
• minerals (iron, manganese, potassium, calcium, zinc, copper, selenium)
• vitamin C

Caraway Tea Recipe

Ingredients:

• 12 ounces of water
• 1 tbsp of caraway seeds

Bring the water to a boil and pour the boiling water over the caraway seeds. Infuse the mixture for about 10-15 minutes. Then strain the tea. Enjoy this healthy drink!