Herb or Spice
Ajwain
About This Entry
Ajwain (carom seed) adds thyme-oregano pungency to Indian paratha and lentil dishes — its sharp seed aroma pairs with lager, aromatic whites, and rustic reds.
Wine Pairing Explanation
Primary wine styles
Common Culinary Uses
- chicken breast
- cumin seed
At a Glance
Group
Whole Spices
Classification
Herbs & Spices
Usage intensity
accent
Scientific name
Trachyspermum ammi
Scientific Classification
- Display name
- Ajwain
- Classification
- Herbs & Spices
- Group
- Whole Spices
- Scientific name
- Trachyspermum ammi
Taxonomy
- Usage intensity
- accent