100% USDA ORGANIC, GROWN WITHOUT SYNTHETIC PESTICIDES: Our nigella seeds are 100% USDA Certified Organic, which means they are grown without synthetic pesticides or fertilizers. We source whole seeds from trusted growers and keep the ingredient simple, with nothing added to change the way they naturally taste or look.
INDEPENDENTLY TESTED, WITH RESULTS AVAILABLE ONLINE: Every batch is tested by an independent third-party laboratory for heavy metals, ETOs, and pesticide residues. The seeds are steam sterilized and never irradiated or chemically fumigated. We publish the original laboratory reports at SpiceProfile.com, so you can see the testing for yourself.
A SPICE USED ACROSS DIFFERENT CUISINES: In India, nigella seeds, also called kalonji, are commonly used on naan and paratha, in dal tadka, and in Bengali panch phoron. They're also used on flatbreads and with cheese in Middle Eastern cooking and sprinkled over simit in Turkey. Their flavor is peppery and earthy, with a slight bitterness and hints of onion and herbs.
USED IN THE KITCHEN AND IN TRADITIONAL BEAUTY ROUTINES: Nigella seeds aren't limited to cooking. They have also been used traditionally in homemade hair and skin care, including infused oils, hair masks, and scrubs. If you use them for these purposes, it's easy to grind or infuse the whole seeds yourself. As with any DIY skin or hair preparation, it's a good idea to patch test first.
KNOWN AS KALONJI, BLACK SEED, AND NIGELLA SATIVA: Nigella sativa has a long history of use in traditional food and cultural practices across South Asia and the Middle East. In India, the seeds are commonly called kalonji, and have a distinctive flavor that makes them useful in both everyday cooking and traditional preparations.
SOURCED FROM INDIAN FARMING COMMUNITIES: We source our nigella seeds from farming communities in India, where kalonji has been grown and used for generations. We work with trusted farming partners and focus on knowing where our spices come from and how they are handled before they reach you.
16 OZ PACK FOR REGULAR USE: A 16 oz bag makes sense if you cook with nigella seeds often or use them for different recipes throughout the year. The resealable pouch makes it easy to keep the remaining seeds stored between uses. The seeds are non-GMO and contain no added ingredients.
