• Afghanistan Wild Mountain Cumin - Vegan America
  • Afghanistan Wild Mountain Cumin - Vegan America
  • Afghanistan Wild Mountain Cumin - Vegan America
  • Afghanistan Wild Mountain Cumin - Vegan America
  • Afghanistan Wild Mountain Cumin - Vegan America

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Afghanistan Wild Mountain Cumin

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size: 2 Oz ( 55grams)

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Discover the uncommon taste of Afghanistan Wild Mountain Cumin, cultivated on the remote peaks of Badakhshan. This traditional spice is gathered by hand and dried under the sun, resulting in a bold, full-bodied flavor. Known locally as Shah Zira, our Wild Mountain Cumin delivers a more intense aroma than typical cumin varieties. Use it in curries, soups, and meat dishes, or toast it in oil before adding to rice for extra depth.

Heray Spice is an Afghan-owned company founded by Afghan-Americans who previously served as linguists for the US Army. They personally travel into the Hindu Kush mountains to source this rare cumin at its origin. As a single-origin spice, it grows wild in rocky terrain, and every jar reflects generations of agricultural knowledge passed down among our family and friends still living in Afghanistan. Local foragers hand-pick the seeds with great care, and the high-altitude growing conditions help preserve this ancient variety, giving it a warm, sweet, and savory character. The cumin is grown without any pesticides or chemical treatments.

Referred to as the "King of Cumin" throughout South Asia, Shah Zira is difficult to source, and Heray Spice is among the limited number of companies permitted to import these rare seeds into the United States. Chefs at respected restaurants, including Maple And Ash and the Drake Hotel, rely on our products. We work to connect Afghan farmers directly with your kitchen, preserving genuine, authentic flavor along the way.

Heray Spice operates as a Public Benefit Corporation, working with a cooperative of 28 family farms. These farmers grow saffron and cumin to maintain their traditional way of life, and our partnership guarantees fair compensation for each mountain harvester involved. By purchasing this product, you're supporting sustainable farming practices and helping provide dependable income to rural communities in Afghanistan. We're glad to bring this special ingredient into your home kitchen.

Quick Facts:
- Origin: Badakhshan, Afghanistan
- Net Weight: 2 oz. (55g) or 16 oz. (455g)
- Tasting Notes: Earthy, grilled onion, nutty-sweet
- Ingredients: 100% whole Wild Mountain Cumin (Bunium Persicum)
- Distributed By: Heray Spice LLC, based in Chicago, IL 60613
- Non-GMO, non-irradiated, and preservative-free
- Contains no fillers, soy, egg, nuts, or dairy
- Spices are sold by weight and may settle during transit

Ingredients

Ingredients: 100% Whole Wild Mountain Cumin (Bunium Persicum)

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