100% USDA CERTIFIED ORGANIC NIGELLA SEEDS: Whole Nigella Seeds, botanically known as Nigella sativa, are small, deep black seeds with a distinctive earthy and peppery flavor. Our 100% USDA Certified Organic and grown without synthetic pesticides or unnecessary additives, these whole seeds are ready for cooking, baking, pickling and seasoning.
DISTINCTIVE EARTHY & PEPPERY FLAVOR: Nigella Seeds have an earthy, slightly nutty and peppery flavor with subtle bitterness and an aromatic character. Lightly toasting the seeds brings out a warmer, more pronounced flavor, while using them whole adds a delicate crisp texture to finished dishes.
A STAPLE IN INDIAN & SOUTH ASIAN COOKING: Nigella Seeds are commonly used in curries, vegetables, lentils, pickles, chutneys and spice blends. They are also traditionally sprinkled over naan, flatbreads and savory baked goods, where their dark color, aroma and subtle crunch complement the finished dish.
USED ACROSS GLOBAL CUISINES: Nigella Seeds are also used in Middle Eastern, North African and other regional cuisines in breads, pickles, savory dishes, spice mixtures and seasonings. Add them when you want a distinctive earthy, peppery flavor with a little texture.
HOW MUCH NIGELLA SEEDS TO USE: If you are using Nigella Seeds for the first time, start with about 1/2 teaspoon for a dish serving 2 to 4 people and adjust according to taste. Use them whole, lightly toast them before cooking, or sprinkle them over breads and savory dishes when you want their aroma and texture to remain noticeable.
CAREFULLY SELECTED WHOLE SEEDS: Our Nigella Seeds are selected for their deep black color, clean appearance and relatively uniform size. The whole seeds can be toasted, used as a finishing spice, added to pickles and spice blends, or ground when a recipe calls for ground nigella.
THIRD PARTY TESTED, STEAM STERILIZED & NON IRRADIATED: Each batch is independently tested by third party laboratories across 250+ parameters, including testing for heavy metals, pesticide residues and ETOs. The whole Nigella Seeds are steam sterilized and never treated with irradiation.
RESEALABLE OPAQUE POUCH: Whole Nigella Seeds are packed in a resealable opaque 4oz stand up pouch designed to help protect their natural aroma and flavor from light and repeated opening. Reseal after each use and store in a cool, dry pantry.
