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Black Cumin Seeds

Nigella sativa Allergen-Free
Black Cumin Seeds

Sourcing & Taxonomy

  • Family Ranunculaceae
  • Primary Cuisine Indian|Middle Eastern|North African
  • Seasonality Year-Round
  • Source Nigella sativa plant seeds

Qu'est-ce que le/la/l'Black Cumin Seeds ?

Small, tear-shaped black seeds with a pungent, slightly bitter, and peppery flavor, commonly used in Indian and Middle Eastern cuisines.

Quel goût a le/la/l'Black Cumin Seeds ?

Le/La/L'Black Cumin Seeds a un goût pungent, peppery, slightly bitter, earthy, nutty avec des arômes aromatic, slightly smoky, onion-like.

Taste
Pungent, Peppery, Slightly bitter, Earthy, Nutty
Texture
Crunchy (when whole), gritty (when ground)
Aroma
Aromatic, Slightly smoky, Onion-like
Acidity
Low

Technical Metrics

Valeurs nutritionnelles

Per 1 tsp (2g)
Calories344 kcal
Total Fat15 g
Saturated Fat0.6 g
Trans Fat0 g
Cholesterol0 mg
Protein16 g
Total Carbohydrate52 g
Dietary Fiber40 g
Total Sugars0 g
Calcium1860 mg
Iron10.5 mg
Potassium1788 mg

Le secret du chef

Dry-roasting black cumin seeds briefly before adding them to dishes enhances their nutty, onion-like aroma and reduces their bitterness, making their flavor more pronounced.

Substituts & Proportions pour Black Cumin Seeds

Le meilleur substitut pour le/la/l'Black Cumin Seeds est Nigella Seeds, à utiliser dans un rapport de 1:1. Often interchangeable, Nigella sativa is precisely what most call 'black cumin seeds' commercially. Offers the same characteristic flavor.

Substituts pour Black Cumin Seeds avec proportions
Substitut Proportion Idéal pour
Nigella Seeds Meilleur 1:1 Often interchangeable, Nigella sativa is precisely what most call 'black cumin seeds' commercially. Offers the same characteristic flavor.
Regular Cumin Seeds 1/2:1 Provides an earthy undertone, but lacks the specific peppery and bitter notes of black cumin. Use with a touch of black pepper.
Black Sesame Seeds 1:1 Offers a visual similarity and nutty crunch, but no flavor resemblance. Good for garnish when flavor isn't paramount.
Mustard Seeds (ground) 1/4:1 Can provide a pungent, peppery kick, but will significantly alter the flavor profile. Best for curries where other spices can balance.

Comment choisir et conserver le/la/l'Black Cumin Seeds

Look for whole, unbroken seeds with a rich, dark color and distinct aroma.

Quels accords culinaires avec le/la/l'Black Cumin Seeds ?

  • Lentils
  • potatoes
  • eggplant
  • chicken
  • lamb
  • flatbreads
  • pickles
  • curries
  • chutneys.

Questions fréquentes

Quel goût a le Black Cumin Seeds ?

Pungent|Peppery|Slightly bitter|Earthy|Nutty Aromatic|Slightly smoky|Onion-like

Quel est un bon substitut pour Black Cumin Seeds ?

Le meilleur substitut est Nigella Seeds (1:1). Often interchangeable, Nigella sativa is precisely what most call 'black cumin seeds' commercially. Offers the same characteristic flavor.

Comment choisir et conserver le Black Cumin Seeds ?

Look for whole, unbroken seeds with a rich, dark color and distinct aroma.

Ingrédients Spice associés

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