Zeera Safaid
· Common Name: Zeera Safaid Irani
· English Name: White Cumin Seeds
· Urdu Name: زیرہ سفید ایرانی
· Scientific Name: Cuminum Cyminum
· Halal
· Vegetarian
Description
Zeera Safaid is a highly aromatic spice used in South Asian and Middle Eastern cuisines. It is known for its slightly bitter and warm flavor. It is full of essential oils and vital micronutrients. It is softened in oil to release its aroma for curries and dals, baking into bread, or seasoning rice dishes. It is traditionally believed to aid in weight loss, blood sugar regulation, anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties, digestion, reduce flatulence, and is sometimes used in remedies for colds and fevers.
Healthy Daily Serving Size: 1 gram Zeera Safaid used in cooking contains 1 calorie.
Key Nutrients in 1 Gram Zeera Safaid
The exact content can vary based on variety, growing conditions, and process methodology. The overall amount is as follows.
· Protein: 0.18 gram.
· Fat: 0.23 gram, including saturated fat 0.02 gram, monounsaturated fat 0.14 gram, and polyunsaturated fat 0.03 gram.
· Carbohydrates: 0.46 gram, including dietary fiber 0.11 gram.
· Vitamin A: 0.004 milligram.
· Vitamin C: 0.07 milligram.
· Vitamin E: 0.03 milligram.
· Vitamin K: 0.05 microgram.
· Vitamin B1: 0.006 milligram.
· Vitamin B2: 0.003 milligram.
· Vitamin B3: 0.05 milligram.
· Vitamin B6: 0.004 milligram.
· Vitamin B9: 0.01 micrograms.
· Calcium: 0.39 milligram.
· Iron: 0.66 milligram.
· Magnesium: 0.38 milligram.
· Potassium: 1.79 milligrams.
· Phosphorus: 0.50 milligram.
· Manganese: 0.033 milligrams
· Zinc: 0.048 milligrams
· Copper: 0.0087 milligrams
· Sodium: 1.79 milligrams
· Thymoquinone: 5.1 milligrams.
