Köfte and Kebab
Cumin is a spice with a warm, earthy aroma obtained from the dried seeds of the cumin plant. It is widely used in ground meat dishes, meatballs, and legumes. It is available whole or ground, and its aroma becomes more pronounced when toasted.
Where It's Used
“Lightly toast the cumin before kneading it into the köfte mixture.”
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