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.