Kümmel

caraway (the spice seed)

noun KUE-mel Rare

Also means

caraway-seed schnapps

Usage Note

Kümmel (caraway seed) is a defining spice in German and Central European cooking, used in rye bread, sauerkraut, roast pork (Schweinebraten), and certain cheeses. It should not be confused with Kreuzkümmel (cumin), which has a different flavour profile.

Examples

"Das Sauerkraut mit Kümmel und Lorbeer würzen."

Natural Translation

Season the sauerkraut with caraway and bay leaf.

Literal Translation

The sauerkraut with caraway and bay-leaf season.

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