Ajwain Seeds color ranges from a slight olive green to pale brown color. They are small and have an oval shape. They are similar to the plants of the Apiaceae family such as cumin and fennel. Ajwain has a bitter and pungent taste, and a smell that's similar to thyme. This product is added to curries and pickles because of its strong aroma. They are used while making vegetarian bean/lentil and chicken/fish curries. They are also used to enhance the flavor of meat and rice recipes.