Kaala Jeera

Kaala Jeera, also known as Black Cumin or Shah Jeera, is a spice derived from the seeds of the Bunium Persicum plant in the Apiaceae family. Unlike common cumin, Kaala Jeera possesses a distinctive taste and aroma. Himachal Pradesh provides ideal conditions for cultivating Kaala Jeera, benefiting from its cool mountain climate and fertile soils, particularly in Kinnaur, Lahaul-Spiti, and parts of Shimla district. Highly valued for its robust, earthy flavor and aromatic scent, Himachal Pradesh Kaala Jeera enriches dishes such as dals, curries, pickles, and chutneys. It is often dry-roasted and ground to intensify its flavor, or used whole for tempering and enhancing rice dishes. Known for its digestive benefits and immune-boosting properties, Kaala Jeera is also prized in Ayurvedic medicine for its antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, and anti-fungal qualities.

GI Origin : Himchal Pradesh
Application Number : 432
Care : Keep in a cold, dry location, ideally in the dark