Also called as Black Cumin Seeds.
Nigella (Nigella Sativa) is a small irregular shaped black seed that is used whole or gound. It is sharp, slightly bitter, peppery and nutty taste. Nigella has become a popular spice for breads and vegetables in North India, Lebanon, Turkey and Iran.
Producer: Madhya Pradesh
Harvested: March / April
Uses: In North Indian cooking, whole seeds are dry roasted or fried in oil to give a more intense aroma. In Iran and north India it is mainly used to enhance vegetable dishes. It can be used in salads, cottage cheese, pickles and other dishes.
Therapeutic Uses: It reduces flatulence, treats nervous disorders and induces
sweating. It is also taken lactating women to induce milk flow.
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