Cumin in Nepali: Jeera (जीरा), Seeds and Powder Guide
Cumin is called jeera or jira (जीरा) in Nepali. The seeds are jira ko geda (जीराको गेडा) and ground cumin is jira ko dhulo (जीराको धुलो) . Cumin and jeera are the same spice, Cuminum cyminum , so the two Roman spellings jeera and jira refer to one ingredient. This guide covers what the seeds look like, how whole and ground cumin differ, and how to buy and store them. Cumin names in Nepali and English English Nepali / Roman spelling Cumin जीरा (jira / jeera) Cumin seeds जीराको गेडा (jira ko geda) Cumin powder जीराको धुलो (jira ko dhulo) Botanical name Cuminum cyminum When you shop, say whether you want whole seeds or powder. What do cumin seeds look like? Cumin seeds are small, oblong, ridged and light brown to gray-green, thicker in the middle with pointed ends. They look a little like caraway or fennel seeds, so check the label if you are unsure. Cumin has a warm, earthy, slightly citrusy aroma. Whole seeds or ground cumin? Whole seeds Ground cumin Flavour Released...
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