Cumin Seeds

Cumin Seeds

Shape Elongated, oval, and slightly curved
Size 4 to 5 mm in length
Color Light brown, yellowish-brown, or reddish-brown
Texture Rough, ridged, and hard
Weight Approximately 0.1 to 0.2 grams per seed
Density Around 0.6 to 0.8 g/cm³
Moisture Content 8% to 10%
Flavor Warm, earthy, slightly bitter
Skin Thin, with a hard outer coating
Taste Spicy, nutty, and peppery with earthy notes
Storage Temperature Stored in a cool, dry place at 15–20°C