Nigella has been used since antiquity, so far back that it was included in the food stored in King Tutankhamun’s tomb. These slightly bitter seeds have a nuanced oniony flavor, despite being unrelated to the onion family. They are also known as black onion seed, black caraway seed, and kalonji. Cooking Notes Comes in a 2 oz. Package. An excellent addition to savory dishes, like zesty scones, rice dishes, salad dressings, egg dishes, and vegetable salads Pairs well with cheeses and sweet vegetables like carrots and parsnips. Typically used as a topping for Indian naan breads or kneaded into North African white breads.