Caraway

Caraway, also known as "meadow cumin", is a biennial herb belonging to the Apiaceae family. It is characterized by its small white flowers and small brown seeds with a fragrant aroma and a strong, slightly pungent flavor. Caraway seeds are widely used in cooking, especially in pastries, cheese, and savory dishes. It also has a long history of use in traditional medicine, where it is believed to aid digestion and relieve bloating and gas.

Uses:

• Kitchen:

• Added to breads, cakes and pies to give a distinctive flavor.

• Used to marinate meat, poultry and fish.

• Added to certain types of cheese, such as Gouda.

• Used in the preparation of certain alcoholic beverages, such as flavored liqueurs.

• Traditional medicine:

• Helps improve digestion and relieve bloating and gas.

• Used to treat colic in infants.

• Sometimes used to stimulate appetite and improve digestion.

• May help relieve coughs and colds