Comino is a spice that is commonly used in cooking. It is also known as cumin, which is the English name for the spice. Comino has a distinctive aroma and taste and is mainly used in curry powders, spice blends, and savory recipes. It is a very fragrant spice and can be used for a wide variety of tasty dishes, including cheeses, soups, curry, chili, and stews. Although comino and cumin are the same, comino refers to different spices in Mexico as Mexican Oregano. Comino is commonly used in traditional Brazilian cuisine and can be an ingredient in chili powder and achiote blends.