Organic Black Cumin Seeds

Organic black cumin seeds are a fantastic spice. It’s flavorful and has a strong, pungent odor. It’s both milder in potency yet more pungent compared to regular cumin seeds. The plant the seeds come from, Nigella Sativa, has been used as an herbal remedy for millennia. To this day, the plant, seeds, and Black Cumin oil are all worshiped in Egypt and other places.

It’s easy to get confused between organic black cumin, black caraway, and black seeds. However, all of them are just different names of the same product.

Black cumin seeds owe their name to their color. Pleasant aroma and flavor are vibrant and hard to describe. The taste of black cumin is a mix between the tang of onions, oregano, and black pepper. Although, some people believe the flavor is more similar to nutmeg. The aroma resembles fennel. But overall, Egyptian black seeds are unique.

Organic black cumin seeds make a staple spice in several cuisines. They are a must-have for curries and taste well in dishes made with root vegetables. Toast the seeds on the pan for a few moments before cooking. It will enhance its flavor and make the aroma less pungent.

Organic black cumin is also often used in baking. The heat of the process makes the flavor of the spice bloom, making every loaf of bread or roll taste amazing.

You can also add it as a spice in salad seasonings, marinades, and stir-fries.

Be sure to store black caraway in an airtight container in some cool and dark place.