🌿 Celery Seeds (بذور الكرفس)
Botanical Name: Apium graveolens
Also Known As: Wild celery seeds, smallage seeds
📝 General Description
Celery seeds are the dried fruits of the Apium graveolens plant. These tiny, brown seeds are known for their strong, concentrated celery flavor and aroma. They are widely used as a spice in pickling, dressings, sauces, and traditional medicine due to their antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties.
🔬 Physical Properties
Color: Brown to light brown
Shape: Small, oval, ridged
Size: Approximately 1–2 mm
Texture: Dry, hard seeds
Odor: Pungent, celery-like aroma
Taste: Bitter, earthy, and savory
Moisture Content: ≤ 10%
Purity: ≥ 99%
Foreign Matter: ≤ 0.5%
🧪 Chemical Properties
Volatile Oil Content: ≥ 2.0%
Total Ash: ≤ 10%
Acid Insoluble Ash: ≤ 1.5%
Key Compounds: Limonene, sedanolide, selinene, apiol
🍽️ Nutritional Information (per 100g) (approximate)
Energy: 380–400 kcal
Protein: 18–20 g
Fat: 25–27 g
Carbohydrates: 40–45 g
Fiber: 12–15 g
Calcium: 1500–1800 mg
Iron: 40–45 mg
Magnesium: 400–450 mg
✅ Quality Standards
Free from artificial colors and additives
Consistent aroma and seed size
Non-GMO and naturally dried
Conforms to food safety standards (ISO, HACCP, FDA, EU)
🧫 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: According to customer preference – polypropylene bags or paper sacks
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
Flavoring agent in pickles, relishes, salad dressings
Ingredient in spice blends and seasoning mixes
Used in herbal remedies for digestive and anti-inflammatory purposes
Aromatic addition in soups and stews
Source of essential oil in natural health products
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