The seeds crackle open after barely a minute in a dry pan: Place des Épices’ organic cumin seeds, warm, earthy and slightly bitter, balance the honeyed sweetness of carrots roasted until caramelized.

Serves 4 · 35 min

  1. Toast 1 tsp cumin seeds in a dry pan for 1 minute, until fragrant.
  2. Toss 1 1/2 lb (700 g) carrots, halved lengthwise, with 2 tbsp olive oil, 1 tbsp honey, the cumin seeds and salt.
  3. Roast at 400°F (200°C) for 25 minutes, turning halfway, until tender and caramelized.
  4. Serve with a spoonful of plain yogurt, a squeeze of lemon and chopped cilantro.

The star of this recipe: Cumin Seeds, by Place des Épices.

— Clipperton