Discover the bold, unmistakable character of our Whole Carom Seeds (Ajwain) — oval, ridged seed-like fruits of Trachyspermum ammi with a flavour profile that blends the sharpness of thyme with bitter oregano and anise undertones, driven by their naturally high thymol content. Sourced from India's prime Ajwain-producing belts of Gujarat and Rajasthan, our seeds are hand-harvested, machine-cleaned, and dried to preserve essential oils and maximum aroma intensity. thespruceeats +3 A powerhouse ingredient in Indian and Middle Eastern food manufacturing, whole Ajwain is used in tempering (tadka) for dals and curries, dough integration for breads and crackers, pickling blends, namkeen seasoning, and chutney preservatives. Their whole form retains volatile oils far longer than powdered variants, making them the preferred choice for manufacturers who grind or temper on-demand for freshest flavour delivery. fittreeinternational +2