Dill Seed (Indian)

PURPOSE [foogallery id=”2973″] WHAT IS IT? Dill (Anethum graveolens) is an annual herb in the celery family Apiaceae. It’s commonly refered to as dill weed because of it’s billowy appearance and ability to quickly grow anywhere. Dill seeds are easily recognized by their wide, flat, tear-shaped pods with light brown borders and dark, oak-like centers. EXPERIENCE The flavor is a bit of a cross between parsley and caraway, with a just a taste of licorice. Grassy and herbal, this is a perfect all-purpose spice for casseroles, dips, rubs, curries, pickles, vegetable dishes, and stews. CULINARY GEOGRAPHY Successful cultivation requires warm to hot summers with high sunshine levels; even partial shade will reduce the yield substantially and prefers rich, well drained soil. Due to the agreeable growing requirements of dill this popular “weed” is grown and used all over the world. TRADITIONAL USES Pickling ingredient Added to stews and soups Wonderful toppin