Just Natural Black Seed - 250g

Just Natural Organic Black Seed (also widely known as Nigella or Kalonji seeds) is a premium, certified organic whole spice sourced from the finest global organic producers. Packaged in a generous 250g eco-friendly pouch, this versatile kitchen staple is sealed in 100% plastic-free, home-compostable packaging. Derived from the botanical pods of the Nigella sativa plant, these matte black, triangular seeds hold a revered place across Middle Eastern, Mediterranean, and South Asian culinary and traditional wellness practices. They deliver a deeply sophisticated, multi-layered flavor profile—combining an earthy, toasted-nut savoriness with a mild peppery bite and a highly aromatic, herbal quality reminiscent of wild oregano and fried onions.

Directions

Incorporate whole directly into dough mixtures before cooking, or dry-toast or fry them gently in hot fat at the start of a recipe to unlock their natural aromatic essential oils. They are famously used as a signature finishing touch for traditional Indian flatbreads like naan, where they are pressed lightly into the dough surface before baking. They add an incredible depth of flavor to authentic lentil dals, vegetable sabzis, and robust curries, and serve as a fundamental component of classic regional spice blends like panch phoron. Additionally, they can be sprinkled over savory pastries, blended into breakfast smoothies, stirred into fruit yogurts, or scattered over fresh salads and creamy raitas to add a wholesome crunch and striking visual accent. Storage: Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight. Keep the pouch tightly sealed after opening to maintain maximum aromatic strength, crispness, and freshness.

Ingredients

100% Certified Organic Whole Black Seed (Nigella / Kalonji) (Nigella sativa).

Nutritional Values (Typical per 100g)

• Energy: 2008 kJ / 480 kcal

• Fat: 43.0g

  • of which saturates: 0.0g

• Carbohydrate: 7.3g

  • of which sugars: 0.0g

• Fibre: 26.5g

• Protein: 16.1g

• Salt: 0.2g

Dietary Information

• Certified Organic (Soil Association approved)

• Suitable for Vegetarians & Vegans

• Naturally Gluten-Free & Wheat-Free

• Dairy-Free & Sugar-Free

• 100% Plastic-Free, Home-Compostable Pouch Packaging

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