Spice guide / Dill seed
What is Dill seed?
Dried dill seed for pickles and some dals.
Short answer: Dill seed (Hindi: सूवा / सोल्वा) is Anethum graveolens. Grassy, caraway-like. Culinary use only — not a medicine.
| Common name | Dill seed |
|---|---|
| Hindi | सूवा / सोल्वा |
| Sanskrit | — |
| Botanical name | Anethum graveolens |
| Family | — |
| Origin | India |
| Main producing regions | Rajasthan, Gujarat, Punjab |
| Flavour | Grassy, caraway-like |
| Aroma | — |
| Forms | seeds |
| Retail packs | 100g–5kg (typical; see products) |
| Bulk | 10kg+ |
What is Dill seed?
Dill seed is distinct from dill weed (leaf).
History of Dill seed
Origin
India
Growing regions
Rajasthan, Gujarat, Punjab
How it is grown
Harvest
Processing
Grades
- Standard: Admin-configured commercial grade
- Premium: Admin-configured higher visual/purity selection
- Export Grade: Only show when export specifications exist for the lot
- Machine Cleaned: Machine cleaned — confirm process for the lot
Only grades that apply to a lot should be shown at purchase. These are templates, not invented industry certificates.
Flavour, aroma and colour
Grassy, caraway-like. . Colour: . Heat: none.
Whole vs ground
Dill seed is usually used whole. Toast briefly in dry pan or hot fat, then leave whole in the dish or grind. Do not confuse toasting with burning — bitter notes mean it went too far.
Culinary uses
- Pickle
- Dal
- Vegetables
Traditional uses
Recorded in culinary tradition. Traditional use is not scientific evidence of a medical effect.
SpicyCenter does not claim that spices cure, treat or prevent disease.
Storage and shelf life
Nutrition
Dill seed is a culinary seasoning. Nutrition values are pack-specific and must match the label for UK/EU sale. We do not claim that this spice treats, cures or prevents disease.
Buying guide
Tell us the quantity you need, from 100 gm to 1 metric ton. Prices are not published on this website. Availability is confirmed on the enquiry.
