Avoid

Cumin

كمون

Best avoided

Why

Cumin is among the spices best avoided in this dietary approach. Replace with ground coriander, cardamom, or cinnamon in cooking, or simply rely on salt and olive oil.

Related foods

All forbidden foods

Frequently asked questions

Is Cumin allowed in nizam al-tayyibat?

No. Cumin is among the spices best avoided in this dietary approach.

Why is Cumin avoided in nizam al-tayyibat?

Cumin is among the spices best avoided in this dietary approach. Replace with ground coriander, cardamom, or cinnamon in cooking, or simply rely on salt and olive oil.

What are allowed alternatives to Cumin?

In the same category: Salt, Cardamom, Coriander Seeds.