Black Cumin - Nigella Sativa
Black Cumin (Nigella sativa) is a small annual herb native to parts of Asia, but used in gardening all over the world. It produces attractive white or light blue flowers that develop into fruit capsules containing the highly valued Black Cumin seeds that have been the subject of much exciting scientific research. These seeds have a slightly bitter flavor and are commonly used in a variety of cuisines, adding a unique depth of flavor to dishes.
- High-Yielding & Drought-Resistant - Black Cumin, or Nigella Sativa, is a annual herb that's easy to grow, even in poor soil conditions. Noted for its drought resistance, this plant typically reaches about a foot in height and features pretty sky blue flowers that transform into seed pods.
- Culinary & Traditional Uses - Black Cumin seeds have a number of confusing names and are sometimes confused with onion or black sesame seed. They are widely used as a spice in Middle Eastern, Indian, and North African food for their unique pepper flavor. The seeds can top breads or be ground into a spice. When added to water, powdered nigella seeds form a gel that can bind food and used as an egg replacement.
