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BANAS CUMIN

BANAS CUMIN

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Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars
4 Reviews

Our cumin is complex, featuring an earthy and piney fragrance. Grown near the Rann of Kutch desert in intense temperatures, these seeds contain high volatile oils, delivering richer and bolder flavors to any dish.

With smoky, herby notes, this cumin leaves a lingering taste on the palate, beautifully complementing the fruity profile of our Resham Patto Chili.

To enhance soil health, our farmer rotates crops year-round, cultivating native garbanzo beans, peanuts, sorghum, pearl millet, and pomegranates!

ORIGIN: Dungala, Gujarat     |     HARVEST: April 2024

FARMER COMPENSATION: 3x the market rate

  • Market price (April 2024): $3.01
  • Koshna compensation: $8.79
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We are committed to delivering safe, pure spices that exceed FDA standards. Each spice is lab-tested and certified free from harmful chemical fertilizers, pesticides, fungicides, coloring dyes, heavy metals, microbes.

"My idea of cumin's flavor was forever changed when I had Banas cumin. The potent scent can be felt without even opening the jar." - Mara F.

  • Root Vegetables

    Toast and crush seeds for sprinkling over roasted eggplant, a beetroot dip, or pureed roots.

  • Beef and Lamb

    Add ground cumin to minced lamb for kebabs, or to beef rendang.

  • Lentils and Legumes

    Use as a flavoring for daal, black beans, and other stews, in falafel mix and over hummus.

  • Salt Mix

    Toast seeds and grind with sea salt, for sprinkling over roast chicken, tomato salad, hummus, guacamole, avocado toast, and more.

  • Yogurt Dip

    Combine cumin, yogurt, and lemon to make a dressing for roasted vegetables or a salad of bitter leaves, such as kale.

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OUR PARTNER FARMER, DEVJI PATEL, FROM DUNGALA IN GUJARAT

Devji comes from a family of multi-generational farmers. He is eccentric and the only farmer in his village and surrounding areas to grow cumin organically (not an easy task by any means – more on that later). He makes his own natural fermented microbial culture (which smells horrendous), uses vermicompost, cattle manure, rotates crops seasonally, and more to create a biologically active soil that feeds micro-organisms which continuously improves the soil structure. He hopes to inspire other farmers to pick up organic farming.

FOUNDER'S NOTE: AN HOMAGE TO MY ANCESTORS

Cumin holds a very special place in my heart. It is deeply connected to my identity and countless memories. My paternal grandfather, who was a farmer like our ancestors, grew cumin along with other crops on his farm.

Growing up in India, I was fortunate to experience the freshest cumin every year, straight from my grandpa’s farm at the first harvest. When our neighbors and friends tasted our cumin, they would not want anything else, often saying it stood out from anything available in the market. This set a very high standard for me as I went onto finding the cumin that could match the excellence of my grandfather’s.

After over 2 years of extensive research and effort, which involved meeting several scientists, contacting over 350 farmers, visiting 16 different villages across all 11 districts renowned for cumin cultivation in Gujarat, meeting 38 farmers, and exploring their farms under scorching heat (over 113 F), I finally found what I was looking for. The aroma and flavor of this cumin served as a reminder to my grandpa’s cumin. I truly hope this has made him proud.

We sincerely hope you adore Banas Cumin just as deeply as we do - Dharti

5.0
Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars
Based on 4 reviews
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100%would recommend this product
4 reviews
  • S
    Sandya
    Verified Buyer
    I recommend this product
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    2 weeks ago
    Incredible

    Koshna's Banas Cumin is the most aromatic and flavorful cumin I've ever had! Redolent with herbaceous, slightly earthy, and toasty notes, the smell of it straight from the jar reminds of my grandmother's cooking. All other cumin pales in comparison, and I'm not sure I can ever go back. Thank you Dharti for your care and dedication in sourcing the best spices directly from skilled farmers and sharing their unique stories.

  • T
    Tara
    Verified Reviewer
    I recommend this product
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    3 weeks ago
    This Cumin is not a want, it's a NEED

    I have a confession: I was never a fan of cumin. I avoided it in recipes, left it out whenever I could, and just didn’t understand the appeal. But everything changed when I met Koshna's Cumin.

    The turning point wasn’t just the cumin itself, but the captivating story behind it. Learning about Dharti’s deep relationship with cumin and the care that goes into every seed completely transformed my perception. The moment I opened the jar and caught the first whiff, I realized all the cumin I’d encountered before was just a pale imitation.

    Koshna’s Cumin is rich, earthy, and aromatic—truly the real deal. Now, I find excuses to use it in almost everything. Whether I’m toasting the seeds to unlock their depth or grinding them fresh in my mortar and pestle, it’s a sensory experience I look forward to every time.

    Consider me a convert. Koshna’s Cumin has turned a former skeptic into a lifelong enthusiast. If you think you don’t like cumin, trust me—this will change your mind.

    BEYOND 5 Stars, because anything less wouldn’t do it justice!

  • M
    Maraliz
    I recommend this product
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    1 month ago
    Best Cumin of my life!

    Koshna, where have you been my whole life?! This cumin has changed my dishes. The fragrant cumin gives my dishes a well-balanced and fantastic taste and smell. I am so happy I found these spices and I can't wait to my secret with my friends and family.

  • G
    Gauri
    Verified Reviewer
    I recommend this product
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    1 month ago
    This cumin is the bomb!

    Cumin is my favorite spice and I am blown away by Koshna's smoky, savory, delightfully versatile flavor-bomb of a cumin! I use to temper curries, dry roast and grind it into powder to add umami to everything from yogurt to flatbread, and I even steep these magical seeds in hot water for cumin tea. I'm on my 5th order and won't stop buying Koshna's cumin.

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