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Caraway
Sharp and anise-like with a warm, slightly peppery, earthy undertone.
Lens analyzedCaraway is a small, crescent-shaped seed with a sharp, anise-like bite that's central to rye bread, sauerkraut, and much Central and Eastern European cooking. Whole seeds hold their aroma far longer than a pre-ground version. A small pinch changes a dish noticeably, since the flavor is concentrated and slightly bitter.
Where it comes from
Caraway grows across Europe and parts of Asia and became a defining flavor in German, Austrian, and Scandinavian baking, especially rye bread. It also seasons cabbage dishes, sausages, and spirits like kümmel and some akvavits.
Buying it
Buy whole caraway seeds rather than ground for a longer-lasting, more distinct flavor, and check that they smell sharply aromatic rather than dusty. A tightly sealed jar keeps the aroma intact longest.
Storing it
Keep caraway seeds sealed in the pantry away from heat and light, where their flavor stays strong for about a year before starting to fade.
Keeps about 1 year in the pantry.
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