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cumin seeds recipes | Indian jeera recipes |

cumin seeds recipes | Indian jeera recipes | 

 

Cumin seeds, known as jeera in Hindi, are an essential spice in Indian cooking, lending their warm, earthy aroma and slightly bitter, nutty flavor to a wide array of dishes. From everyday dals to rich curries and fragrant rice preparations like jeera rice, cumin is a foundational spice that subtly enhances the overall taste without overpowering other ingredients. A classic recipe using cumin seeds is tadka dal, where whole cumin seeds are tempered in hot ghee or oil until they sizzle and release their aroma, then poured over cooked lentils. Another popular dish is aloo jeera—a dry potato stir-fry seasoned with cumin seeds, turmeric, and green chilies, showcasing how cumin can transform simple ingredients into something deeply flavorful.

Cumin seeds are a must-have in every Indian kitchen not just for their flavor, but also for their digestive and medicinal properties, which have been valued in Ayurvedic practices for centuries. They aid in digestion, reduce bloating, and are often used in spice blends like garam masala, chana masala, and panch phoron. Their versatility makes them indispensable—they can be used whole in tempering (tadka), ground into spice blends, or roasted to intensify flavor. Whether you're cooking a North Indian curry or a South Indian rasam, cumin seeds contribute to the complexity and balance that define Indian cuisine, making them a cornerstone of traditional cooking.

 

 

From digestion to weight loss and detox, cumin has a battery of benefits to its credit. And fortunately for all food lovers, it also has a fabulous taste and aroma, and can be put to good use in the Indian kitchen.

Indian Recipes Using Jeera

An Indian spice box without jeera is obviously incomplete. It is hard to cook even one proper Indian meal without this spice because it is so intricately woven with our cuisine. 

 

Jeera, Cumin seeds are part of making Indian masalas

Masalas: Jeera is an indispensable part of most Indian masala powders ranging from Chaat Masala and Garam Masala to Sambar powder and Rasam Powder

Chaat Masala, Homemade Chaat Masala RecipeChaat Masala, Homemade Chaat Masala Recipe

Indian drinks using Jeera

Refreshing Indian Drinks: Together with black salt, it gives Jal Jeera its distinctive taste and amazing digestive capabilities.

 

You can make a variety of appetizing beverages using the same jeera base, such as Lemony Jaljeera, Minty Jaljeera, Kairi ka Jaljeera and Pudina Jeera Paani

Lemony Jaljeera, Lemon Jal JeeraLemony Jaljeera, Lemon Jal Jeera

Indian savoury snacks using Jeera, cumin seeds

Savoury Snacks: Jeera also adds a peppy flavour to several savoury snacks ranging from the south Indian Murukku to the Bengali Nimki. Palak Jeera Nimki is a tasty tea-time snack with a dash of nutrition too.

Kai Murukku, South Indian Handmade ChakliKai Murukku, South Indian Handmade Chakli

 

Jeera Biscuit is a good jar snack to keep handy, as it can help beat sudden hunger pangs. The buttery aroma and appetising flavour of jeera make this popular with kids and adults alike.

Jeera Biscuit Recipe, Jar Snack

Jeera Biscuit Recipe, Jar Snack

Likewise, you can give your buns also a tasty twist by adding onions and jeera to the dough, to make Onion Jeera Buns. It is the perfect companion for a cup of Masala Chaai

Lemony Jaljeera, Lemon Jal JeeraLemony Jaljeera, Lemon Jal Jeera

Indian sabzis, dals, rice using jeera

Main Course: Be it breakfast, lunch or dinnerjeera is used to flavour most of the Indian dishes we make, ranging from curries to dals and rice too.

 

However, there are a few recipes like Aloo Jeera, Jeera-Pepper Rasam and Jeera Rice, in which the spice takes to the centre stage rather than being a behind-the-scenes helper! Think jeera, and appetite is the first word that comes to mind. So, on days when you are feeling down the weather, go for a jeera-based recipe to boost your appetite and aid digestion. 

Restaurant Style Jeera RiceRestaurant Style Jeera Rice

Now this is one ingredient you do not need to go shopping specially for, as we are sure you will have a jarful at home! Make sure you use a good dose of it in your cooking, because grannies feel it is as effective as apple in keeping doctors away. 

 

Benefits of Cumin Seeds ( jeera) : The most common benefit of jeera known to many is to soothe the stomach, intestine and the entire digestive tract. Cumin seeds are apparently a very good source of iron. A tbsp. of cumin seeds can fulfil nearly 20% of days iron requirement. Even small quantity of cumin seeds has huge amounts of calcium – a bone supporting mineral. They aid is digestion, weight loss and help reduce inflammation. See detailed benefits of cumin seeds, jeera

Enjoy our cumin seeds recipes | Indian jeera recipes | below. 

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    30 January, 2020

    285

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    31 January, 2020

    475

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    01 February, 2020

    182

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    02 February, 2020

    146

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    04 February, 2020

    45

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    04 February, 2020

    312

    calories per serving

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    05 February, 2020

    656

    calories per serving

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    208

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    05 February, 2020

    144

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    266

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    92

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    190

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    24

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    102

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    64

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    27

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    143

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    232

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    21 February, 2020

    142

    calories per serving

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    117

    calories per serving

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    140

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    202

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    202

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    26 February, 2020

    7

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    339

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    37

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    12

    calories per serving

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    107

    calories per serving

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    169

    calories per serving

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    285

    calories per serving

    tendli bhaat recipe | Maharashtrian tendli bhaat | ivy gourd rice | with amazing 33 images. tendli bhaat recipe … More..

    475

    calories per serving

    achari chana pulao | achari pulao | chickpea pulao | pickled kabuli chana pulao | with amazing 29 … More..

    182

    calories per serving

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    146

    calories per serving

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    45

    calories per serving

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    312

    calories per serving

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    656

    calories per serving

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    208

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    144

    calories per serving

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    266

    calories per serving

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    92

    calories per serving

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    190

    calories per serving

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    24

    calories per serving

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    102

    calories per serving

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    64

    calories per serving

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    27

    calories per serving

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    143

    calories per serving

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    232

    calories per serving

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    142

    calories per serving

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    117

    calories per serving

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    140

    calories per serving

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    202

    calories per serving

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    202

    calories per serving

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    7

    calories per serving

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    339

    calories per serving

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    181

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    calories per serving

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