Ajwain Seeds
Ajwain seeds (Trachyspermum ammi), also known as carom seeds, have the following specifications:
Physical Characteristics:
Color: Light brown to olive green
Shape: Oval, ridged with fine hairs
Size: Small (approximately 2-3 mm in length)
Aroma: Strong, pungent, and thyme-like
Taste: Bitter and spicy with a hot aftertaste
Chemical Composition:
Moisture: ≤ 10%
Ash Content: ≤ 9%
Volatile Oil Content: 2.5% - 5% (contains thymol)
Fiber: 10-15%
Protein: 15-20%
Carbohydrates: 30-40%
Essential Oils: Thymol (major component), p-cymene, γ-terpinene
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