Black Cumin Seeds, also known as Nigella sativa or kalonji, are small, angular, and jet-black seeds with a slightly bitter, peppery taste and aromatic qualities. Harvested from the fruit of the Nigella sativa plant, these seeds are cherished both for their culinary versatility and their medicinal properties.
In cooking, black cumin seeds add a distinctive flavor to salads, breads, and pastries, offering a subtle peppery kick that enhances a variety of dishes. Beyond the kitchen, these seeds can be cold-pressed to produce black cumin seed oil, which is highly valued in traditional medicine. Known for its anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and immune-boosting properties, black cumin seed oil is a popular natural remedy for treating a variety of ailments, including asthma, arthritis, and digestive issues.
Whether used in culinary creations or as a natural health remedy, black cumin seeds are a powerful and versatile ingredient with a rich history of use in both food and medicine.
£2.25 – £10.45
Prepared in a kitchen that handles nuts, sesame seeds, peanuts, gluten, mustard and celery.
Nutritional Information Per 100g
Energy (Kj) 1783
Energy (Kcal) 427
Fat (g) 22.3
of which saturates (g) 1.5
Carbohydrates (g) 33.7
of which sugars (g) 2.3
Protein (g) 17.8
Salt (g) 0.4
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