Caraway, Ground

Caraway (Carum carvi) also known as meridian fennel, or Persian cumin is a biennial plant in the family Apiaceae, native to western Asia, Europe and Northern Africa. The plant is similar in appearance to a carrot plant, with finely divided, feathery leaves with thread-like divisions, growing on 20-30 cm stems. The fruits, usually used whole, have a pungent, anise-like flavor and aroma that comes from essential oils, mostly carvone and limonene. Caraway thyme has a strong caraway scent and is sometimes used as a substitute for real caraway in recipes. Other similar members of the family Apiaceae include anise, fennel, cumin, licorice-root (Ligusticum), and coriander (cilantro).

Ground Caraway: Distinctive, strong and sweet. Uses: Baking, rye bread, sauerkraut, coleslaw, cheese, stew, cake and goulash.

2 oz.