Cumin is a Mediterranean plant whose seeds are used as a spice across India. It is used for what Indians call, “Tadka” and also as a topping on several delicacies. It is also known as one of the best and health-centric spices of India. Used in basics to exotic dishes, cumin seeds are universal spices that are used in India. It is one of the extensively used spices and gives a great flavour and aroma to the dish it is used in. Though this product can be used as a whole or even in powder form it is always beneficial to keep it in the whole form. The reason is, when churned into powder form, it quickly loses its flavour. Apart from this, it is great for your health as well.