Ingredients · Herbs & spices
Cumin
Earthy seed spice that defines taco seasoning, dal, and North African rubs.
Nutrition
Typical values per 1 tsp (2g)
8kcal
- Protein
- 0g
- Fat
- 0g
- Carbs
- 1g
- Fiber
- 0g
Approximate kitchen reference. Not a lab label. Brands and cuts vary.
Origin
Eastern Mediterranean to India; whole seeds toast; ground cumin is convenient but fades faster.
Herbal & culinary notes
Traditional digestive aromatic. Toast whole seeds briefly to wake oils.
How to store
Airtight, dark cupboard. Whole seeds keep longer than ground.
Food safety
Dry spice. Spoon out, don't shake wet hands over the jar.
Food hazards
Spice fraud/contamination is uncommon in sealed retail but possible with bulk bins. Freshness and sealed packaging help.
Recipes using Cumin
Mexican · 400°F · 16 min
Air Fryer Al Pastor Chicken Tacos
Achiote, pineapple and chile on boneless thighs. The air fryer gives you the caramelized edges of a trompo without the spit.
Indian · 375°F · 14 min
Air Fryer Vegetable Samosas
Spiced potato and pea filling in a thin pastry. Brushed with oil, they blister in the basket instead of swimming in ghee.
Levantine · 375°F · 14 min
Air Fryer Falafel
Soaked chickpeas (never canned) with herbs and cumin. The basket gives a crust; the center stays green and steamed, not greasy.
Mexican · 380°F · 14 min
Air Fryer Chicken Fajitas
Chicken strips with peppers and onions in one basket: fajita night without a screaming skillet.
Moroccan · 380°F · 22 min
Air Fryer Moroccan Harissa Chicken
Harissa, cumin and honey on chicken thighs. Sticky North African heat with crisp edges.
Peruvian · 380°F · 28 min
Air Fryer Peruvian Pollo a la Brasa
Soy, ají, cumin and garlic on chicken. Rotisserie-style flavor without the spit.
Indian · 375°F · 12 min
Air Fryer Onion Bhajis
Crispy chickpea-flour onion fritters. Tea-time crunch with a light oil mist.
Indian · 380°F · 12 min
Air Fryer Aloo Tikki
Spiced potato patties with a crisp shell. Chaat-shop energy at home.