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Shah Zeera

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Shah Zeera

Sourcing & Taxonomy

  • Family Apiaceae
  • Primary Cuisine South Asian
  • Seasonality Year-Round
  • Source Caraway seeds

Qu'est-ce que le/la/l'Shah Zeera ?

Shah Zeera, or Black Caraway, features slender, dark seeds with a warm, nutty, and subtly smoky flavor, essential in Mughlai cuisine.

Quel goût a le/la/l'Shah Zeera ?

Le/La/L'Shah Zeera a un goût earthy, nutty, mildly bitter, warm avec des arômes warm, anise-like, smoky.

Taste
Earthy, Nutty, Mildly bitter, Warm
Texture
Tiny, Crunchy, Dry
Aroma
Warm, Anise-like, Smoky
Acidity
Low

Technical Metrics

Valeurs nutritionnelles

Per 1 tsp (2g)
Calories375 kcal
Total Fat22.2 g
Saturated Fat1.5 g
Trans Fat0 g
Cholesterol0 mg
Protein17.8 g
Total Carbohydrate44.2 g
Dietary Fiber10.5 g
Total Sugars2.3 g
Calcium689 mg
Iron6.6 mg
Potassium1351 mg

Le secret du chef

Lightly toast Shah Zeera in a dry pan before adding to dishes to unlock its full aromatic potential and prevent bitterness.

Substituts & Proportions pour Shah Zeera

Le meilleur substitut pour le/la/l'Shah Zeera est Cumin Seeds, à utiliser dans un rapport de 1:1. Similar earthy warmth, slightly different aroma; common alternative.

Substituts pour Shah Zeera avec proportions
Substitut Proportion Idéal pour
Cumin Seeds Meilleur 1:1 Similar earthy warmth, slightly different aroma; common alternative.
Caraway Seeds 1:1 Botanically related, with a stronger licorice-like note.
Black Pepper (whole) 1:0.5 (for warmth) Adds warmth and pungency, but lacks the specific earthy-anise notes.
Fennel Seeds 1:0.5 (for anise notes) Provides a strong anise flavor, but not the earthiness.

Comment choisir et conserver le/la/l'Shah Zeera

  1. Look for whole, unbroken seeds with a consistent dark color and distinct aroma.
  2. Store in an airtight container away from light.

Quels accords culinaires avec le/la/l'Shah Zeera ?

  • Lamb
  • Chicken
  • Rice
  • Lentils
  • Yogurt
  • Potatoes
  • Bay Leaf
  • Cardamom

Questions fréquentes

Quel goût a le Shah Zeera ?

Earthy|Nutty|Mildly bitter|Warm Warm|Anise-like|Smoky

Quel est un bon substitut pour Shah Zeera ?

Le meilleur substitut est Cumin Seeds (1:1). Similar earthy warmth, slightly different aroma; common alternative.

Comment choisir et conserver le Shah Zeera ?

Look for whole, unbroken seeds with a consistent dark color and distinct aroma. Store in an airtight container away from light.

Ingrédients Spice associés

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