🌿 Dill Seeds (بذور الشبت)
Botanical Name: Anethum graveolens
Also Known As: Suwa seeds, Indian dill
📝 General Description
Dill seeds are the dried fruits of the Anethum graveolens plant. They possess a distinctive aroma and warm, slightly bitter taste with citrus undertones. Widely used as a spice and in herbal remedies, dill seeds are an essential ingredient in pickling, spice blends, and traditional medicine.
🔬 Physical Properties
Color: Light brown to dark brown
Shape: Flat and oval with longitudinal ridges
Size: 3–5 mm in length
Texture: Dry, firm, slightly ridged surface
Odor: Aromatic and slightly spicy
Taste: Warm, slightly bitter, with a hint of caraway
Moisture Content: ≤ 10%
Purity: ≥ 99%
Foreign Matter: ≤ 0.5%
🧪 Chemical Properties
Volatile Oil Content: ≥ 2%
Total Ash: ≤ 10%
Acid Insoluble Ash: ≤ 1.5%
Essential Oil Components: Carvone, limonene
🍽️ Nutritional Information (per 100g) (approximate)
Energy: 305–330 kcal
Protein: 15–18 g
Fat: 10–12 g
Carbohydrates: 50–55 g
Fiber: 20–25 g
Calcium: 1500–1800 mg
Iron: 16–20 mg
Magnesium: 250–300 mg
✅ Quality Standards
Uniform color and aroma
Free from mold, insects, and artificial additives
GMO-free
Compliant with ISO, HACCP, FDA, and EU regulations
🧫 Microbiological Standards
Total Plate Count: < 100,000 cfu/g
Yeast & Mold: < 1,000 cfu/g
E. coli: Negative
Salmonella: Absent in 25g
Coliforms: < 100 cfu/g
📦 Packaging & Storage
Packaging: 25–50 kg polypropylene bags or paper sacks (customizable)
Storage: Store in a cool, dry place away from sunlight and strong odors
Shelf Life: 18 to 24 months under proper storage conditions
Origin: Egypt
🛠️ Applications
Pickling spice for vegetables and cucumbers
Flavoring for breads, soups, and stews
Ingredient in spice blends and herbal teas
Used in traditional medicine for digestion and bloating
Natural insect repellent in some home remedies
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