Carom Seeds (Ajwain)

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Carom Seeds - Ajwain (100gm) - Strong Aromatic, Digestive Aid, Traditional Medicine, Perfect for Indian Cooking

Carom seeds, called ajwain in Hindi/Urdu, are those tiny brown seeds with an intense smell that your mom adds to parathas and pakoras. They taste strong - like thyme mixed with something sharper - and they're not something you eat by the handful. A little goes a long way. But they're a staple in Indian kitchens for good reason: they help with digestion, add depth to fried foods, and have been used in home remedies forever.

Why Every Indian Kitchen Needs Ajwain

Ajwain is that fix-it spice your grandmother reached for when you had a stomachache. Gas? Ajwain water. Indigestion? Chew some ajwain. Making something deep-fried? Add ajwain so it's easier to digest. It's not about the flavor alone (though that matters) - it's about the digestive properties. Science has actually backed up what grandmas knew all along - ajwain contains thymol, which genuinely helps with digestion.

What Good Ajwain Looks Like

Fresh ajwain should smell strong - almost overpowering - as soon as you open the pack. The seeds should be whole, clean, not dusty with broken bits. Color should be olive-brown to grayish-green. If it barely smells like anything, it's old and has lost its oils. Old ajwain is basically useless - the whole point is those essential oils.

What You're Getting

• Strong Aroma: Fresh ajwain with potent essential oils
• Whole Seeds: Clean, unbroken seeds, not dust and debris
• Traditional Grade: Same quality used in Indian households
• Digestive Properties: Natural stomach relief
• Small Pack: 100gm lasts months (you use tiny amounts)
• Versatile Use: Cooking, home remedies, and traditional medicine
• Fresh Batch: Properly stored to maintain potency

Health Benefits of Carom Seeds (Ajwain)

This is where ajwain really shines - it's medicine disguised as a spice:

• Digestive Aid - Relieves gas, bloating, and indigestion quickly
• Acidity Relief - Traditional remedy for heartburn and acid reflux
• Antimicrobial - Contains thymol that fights bacteria
• Respiratory Help - Used for coughs and congestion traditionally
• Weight Management - May boost metabolism and reduce water retention
• Anti-inflammatory - Helps reduce inflammation naturally
• Blood Pressure - Traditional use for managing blood pressure

Carom Seeds (Ajwain) Nutrition Facts - Per 100g

(You only use 1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon at a time, so actual intake is minimal)

How to Use Carom Seeds (Ajwain)

• Add to paratha dough for better digestion and flavor
• Essential in pakoras, samosas, and fried snacks
• Boil in water and drink for stomach issues (ajwain water)
• Add to tadka (tempering) for dal and vegetables
• Chew 1/2 teaspoon with water for instant acidity relief
• Mix into mathri, namakpare, and savory snacks
• Use in achaar (pickle) recipes

Strong, essential, healing. Carom Seeds (Ajwain) in Dubai - the spice that's also medicine.

Questions About Carom Seeds (Ajwain)

1. What does ajwain taste like?

Strong and bitter with a thyme-like flavor, but sharper. It's not pleasant to eat raw by itself - very intense. Cooked into food, it adds a unique depth and helps with digestion. Think of it as functional flavor, not just taste.

2. Can I eat ajwain seeds directly?

You can, but start with very small amounts - like 1/4 teaspoon chewed with water. It's bitter and strong. People usually take it this way for immediate stomach relief, not because it tastes good. Don't eat handfuls - it's potent stuff.

3. How much ajwain should I use in cooking?

Very little. For a full paratha dough, maybe 1/2 to 1 teaspoon. For tadka, a pinch. It's easy to overdo it and make food bitter. Start with less than you think you need - you can always add more next time.

4. Does ajwain water really help with digestion?

Yes, actually. Boil 1 teaspoon ajwain in 2 cups water for 5 minutes, strain, and drink warm. It helps with gas and bloating pretty quickly. Not a miracle cure, but it genuinely works for minor digestive issues.

5. Can I give ajwain to babies for gas?

Traditionally, yes - ajwain water is given to babies with colic. But talk to your pediatrician first. Some doctors are fine with it in very diluted form, others prefer modern medicine. Don't go by internet advice for baby health.

6. Is ajwain safe during pregnancy?

Small amounts in cooking are generally fine. But concentrated doses or ajwain water as medicine - check with your doctor. Some sources say it can stimulate contractions. Better safe than sorry when pregnant.

7. Can ajwain help with weight loss?

It might help a bit by reducing bloating and water retention, and possibly boosting metabolism slightly. But it's not going to burn fat. If you have digestive issues that make you bloated, ajwain might help you feel less puffy.

8. How do I store ajwain to keep it fresh?

Airtight container in a cool, dark place. The essential oils evaporate over time, especially in heat and air. Dubai heat is tough on spices - keep it sealed tight. If it stops smelling strong, it's lost potency.

9. Why does ajwain make fried food easier to digest?

The thymol and other compounds in ajwain help your body break down fats and stimulate digestive enzymes. That's why it's added to heavy, oily foods - makes them sit lighter in your stomach.

10. Can I substitute ajwain with something else?

Thyme is closest in flavor but doesn't have the digestive properties. Caraway or cumin can work for flavor, but you lose the stomach-settling benefit. Honestly, for Indian cooking, there's no perfect substitute.

11. Is it normal for ajwain to taste bitter?

Yes, very normal. Raw ajwain is quite bitter. That bitterness mellows when cooked into food. If someone tells you ajwain should taste sweet or mild, they're thinking of something else.

12. Where can I buy quality ajwain in Dubai?

Any Indian grocery store will have it. Look for seeds that smell really strong even through the packaging - that's fresh ajwain. Avoid ones that look dusty or have no smell. We deliver fresh carom seeds (ajwain) across Dubai, Abu Dhabi, and Sharjah.