Caraway Ground

Botanical Name: Carum carvi

Country of Origin: Egypt

Common Name: Caraway

English Name: Ground Caraway

Hindi Name: Shahi Jeera (Kala Jeera)

Also Known As: Caraway Ground, Ground Caraway Seed, Carum carvi Seed Powder, Caraway Powder, Dried Caraway Seed Powder

Part Used: Dried seeds of Carum carvi, finely ground

Description: Ground Caraway is made from the dried seeds of Carum carvi, a biennial herb native to Europe and Western Asia and widely cultivated in temperate regions. The plant grows 30–80 cm tall with feathery leaves and produces small crescent-shaped seeds. When ground, the seeds yield a fine, free-flowing powder with a warm brown colour and a distinctive aromatic profile characteristic of caraway.

Carum carvi seeds are naturally firm and ridged, developing a concentrated aroma as they mature. In powdered form, the material retains the seed’s natural colour and fragrance while offering a smooth texture that disperses evenly. The ground format allows the characteristic flavour and aroma to be distributed uniformly across blends and formulations.

Mature caraway seeds are harvested once fully developed and cleaned to remove natural field residue. The seeds are then dried to a stable moisture level before being mechanically ground into a fine powder. After grinding, the material is screened to ensure consistent particle size and flow, producing a uniform spice powder suitable for blending and formulation.

Uses: Ground Caraway is used in culinary applications such as bread, crackers, baked goods, vegetable dishes, sauces, spice blends, and seasoning mixes where a warm, aromatic spice note is desired. It is also suitable for dry rubs, pickling blends, and savoury formulations. Beyond food use, the powder can be incorporated into botanical craft projects and educational spice kits where finely milled seed spices are required for texture, aroma, and visual consistency.

Storage: Store in a cool, dry, dark place in an airtight container. Refrigeration not required.

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