Similar to cumin or caraway seeds in appearance, ajowan seeds are grayish-green seeds that have stripes and are curved, often with a tiny stalk attached. It's also known as bishop's weed and carom. In its raw state, its flavor is hot and bitter, leaving your tongue numb for a while. However, cooking it mellows the flavor; when crushed, they have a strong, distinctive thyme-cumin-like fragrance. It complements flat breads, potatoes, green beans and root vegetables.

Comes in our signature airtight tin, which measures 2-1/2 inches in diameter and 1-3/4 inches in height.