Chukde Spices Sabut Ajwain/Carom Seeds

Here are some common Ajwain uses:

• Cooking: Add carom seeds while tempering (tadka) for curries, dals, and subzis to enhance flavor.
• Flatbreads: Mix crushed ajwain in dough for a distinct taste for rotis, parathas, and puris.
• Digestion: Chew a few raw ajwain seeds or mix them with warm water after meals to aid digestion.
• Cold & Cough: Boil ajwain in water and drink as a remedy for cough, congestion, and sore throat.
• Bloating & Acidity: Roast ajwain seeds slightly and consume with black salt for relief.
• Pickles & Snacks: Use ajwain in pickles, namkeens, and fried snacks to add a strong, aromatic flavor.
• Herbal Tea: Boil ajwain with ginger and honey for a soothing herbal tea.
• Weight Loss: Drink ajwain-infused water on an empty stomach to boost metabolism.
• Skin & Hair: Use ajwain paste for acne treatment or add ajwain water to hair oil for scalp health.

Here are some of the carom seeds benefits (source):

• Digestive Health – Its natural enzymes help break down food, easing bloating and discomfort. A simple way to enjoy its benefits is by having it with warm water.
• Infection Prevention – Rich in antibacterial and antifungal properties. It helps fight infections caused by bacteria and fungi.
• Lower Blood Pressure – Contains thymol, which helps relax blood vessels. Aids in controlling high blood pressure levels.
• Cough and Congestion Relief – Works as a natural decongestant to clear mucus buildup. It can be consumed with honey or warm water for respiratory relief.
• Toothache Relief – Ajwain’s antimicrobial properties help combat oral infections. Applying ajwain oil or gargling with carom seeds water can soothe tooth pain.
• Joint Pain Relief – It possesses anti-inflammatory properties that reduce joint pain. Applying ajwain paste or soaking in ajwain-infused warm water can ease stiffness.