Caraway

Native to western Asia, Europe, and North Africa, Caraway fruits are crescent-shaped achenes with a pungent, anise-like flavor and aroma that comes from essential oils, mostly carvone, limonene, and anethole. Besides, Caraway is used as a spice in breads; especially rye bread, and is also used in desserts, casseroles, and other foods. In addition, it contains several health benefiting essential oils, not to mention that it is known to have antioxidant properties. Caraway is also an excellent source of minerals like iron, copper, calcium, potassium, manganese, selenium, zinc and magnesium. Plus, these fruits contain many vital vitamins: vitamin A, vitamin E, vitamin C as well as many B-complex vitamins. As a matter of fact, this spice is good for the digestive systems, protecting it against infection.