Dill seeds
Dill seeds originated in Central Asia but are now grown extensively in Egypt, Mediterranean countries, Eastern Europe, and increasingly in North America. India cultivates a related species called Sowa, which has larger but less fragrant fruits. Major dill production areas include India, Pakistan, Egypt, Fiji, Mexico, the Netherlands, the United States, England, and Hungary, all contributing to global production.
Dill seeds is an annual herb native to Central Asia, widely cultivated in Europe and Northern Africa for its culinary and medicinal uses. Dill weed, the dried leaves of the dill plant, is used for flavoring and has a milder taste compared to dill seed. Fresh and dried dill leaves, often called “dill weed,” are popular in Swedish, Baltic, Russian, and Central Asian cuisines.
Dill seed is used as a spice with a flavor similar to caraway and fresh or dried dill weed. Traditionally, dill seeds were used to soothe the stomach after meals. Dill oil, extracted from the leaves, stems, and seeds of the plant, also has various applications.
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