Packet of NUMBER ONE nigella seeds (100g). Black seeds in the package.

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Nigella Seed NUMBER ONE, 100g. Hand sprinkling nigella seeds on bread dough.

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NUMBER ONE nigella seed, whole black cumin grains, 100 g

Name: NUMBER ONE nigella seed, whole black cumin grains, 100 g
Brand: NUMBER ONE
SKU: NK_798883475
Price: 6.79 EUR
Availability: InStock

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Nigella seeds
Breads and marinades
World cuisine

Description, ingredients and allergens

NUMBER ONE nigella seed is the whole grain of Nigella sativa, also called black cumin or habba sawda, with a peppery, slightly bitter taste. It is sprinkled over breads and dishes or stirred into marinades. 100 g bag.

What is nigella?

Cultivated nigella, Nigella sativa, produces small angular black seeds 2 to 3 mm in size. Depending on country and language, it is called habba sawda or habbat al baraka in Arabic (Maghreb, Middle East), kalonji in Hindi and Urdu (India, Pakistan), or çörek otu in Turkish. Its taste is peppery, slightly bitter, sometimes lemony.

How to use it?

Sprinkle the whole seeds over bread, flatbreads, cheese or a salad. Stir them into marinades, sautéed vegetables, stewed dishes or a curry. Lightly dry-roast them in a hot pan to intensify their aroma before use, or steep a pinch in hot water for a herbal tea.

What to pair it with?

NKOSI also offers SAMIA whole nigella seeds. Find other spices in the African Spices and Sauces range.

Product information

Brand: NUMBER ONE (distribution: Tai Yat)
Net weight: 100 g
Product: whole nigella seeds (Nigella sativa)
Allergens: none of the 14 regulatory allergens expected (seed of the buttercup family); refer to the bag for any possible traces
Storage: in a dry place, away from light and moisture, in an airtight jar or bag

Frequently asked questions

What is nigella seed?

The whole grain of Nigella sativa, a small angular black seed with a peppery, slightly bitter, sometimes lemony taste. It is sprinkled over breads and dishes or stirred into marinades and vegetables.

Are nigella and black cumin the same thing?

Yes. Nigella, black cumin, habba sawda in Arabic or kalonji in Hindi refer to the same seed, Nigella sativa. The names change depending on country and language, but it is always the same spice.

How do you use nigella seed in cooking?

Sprinkle it over bread, flatbreads or a salad, stir it into a marinade or a stewed dish, or lightly dry-roast it in a pan to intensify its aroma before using it.

Does nigella seed come from West Africa?

Not necessarily: Nigella sativa grows mainly from the Mediterranean basin to South-West Asia and northern India, and is grown today mostly in Egypt, India and Turkey, as well as in some regions of Africa. The precise country of origin of this bag is not stated by the supplier.

Where to buy nigella seed in France?

NKOSI sells NUMBER ONE nigella seed in 100 g bags and ships them from the Paris area within 24 to 72 working hours, to mainland France (2 to 3 working days) and to ten European countries. The minimum order is 39 €: in France, delivery to a pickup point is then free, and home delivery is free from 59 €.