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Black Cumin Seed (Nigella sativa) - Bulk

Black Cumin Seed (Nigella sativa) - Bulk

R 149.00
R 149.00
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Prepared to order (5–7 day lead time) Packed - and where applicable, milled - on demand in audited facilities to ensure optimal quality.
INCI: Nigella sativa

Black Cumin Seed (Nigella sativa) is a traditional culinary and herbal seed with a warm, slightly peppery, aromatic flavour. It is used in cooking, spice blends, and traditional home preparations, and it can also be steeped as a simple tea when the seeds are lightly crushed. The whole seed format keeps well in the pantry and can be ground fresh as needed. This is a single-ingredient seed with no added fillers or flavouring.

This product is certified: Vegan and Food Grade.

Also available in a smaller retail size.

  • Botanical Name: Nigella sativa
  • Common Name: Black Cumin Seed
  • Form: Whole dried seeds
  • Flavour Profile: Warm, aromatic, slightly peppery
  • Ingredients: Black cumin seed (Nigella sativa)
  • Storage: Store sealed in a cool, dry place away from heat, moisture, and direct sunlight
  • Size Options: 250g, 500g or 1kg

    This product is commonly used to:

  • Add flavour to breads, savoury dishes, and spice blends
  • Lightly crush and steep as a traditional herbal tea
  • Prepare botanical soaks in alcohol or vinegar for home apothecary projects
  • Include in DIY skincare projects where seed infusions are used (external use only)

    This product is suitable for:

  • Home cooks wanting a versatile aromatic seed
  • Anyone who like making their own spice blends
  • Home apothecary users preparing simple infused projects

    • This product is not for:

  • Those wanting a fine, fully soluble powder
  • Anyone looking for a ready-made supplement product
  • Those who dislike peppery, aromatic spice notes
  • As a Tea: Lightly crush 1 tsp seeds, add to a cup of boiling water, cover and steep for 10 to 15 minutes, then strain. Traditionally taken up to 2 times daily.
  • As a Culinary Spice: Use whole or lightly crushed in breads, vegetables, and spice blends.
  • As a Tincture Style Preparation: Soak in alcohol or vinegar for several weeks, then strain.
  • Processing Tip: Crushing the seeds just before use helps release more aroma.
  • If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, consult a qualified healthcare practitioner before use.
  • If you have a medical condition or take medication, consult a qualified healthcare practitioner before use.
  • Discontinue use if any adverse reaction occurs.
  • Keep out of reach of children and pets.

Q: Is black cumin seed the same as cumin?
A: No. Nigella sativa is different from common culinary cumin, with its own distinct flavour.

Q: Should I grind it fresh?
A: Fresh grinding can give a stronger aroma, but whole seeds keep well for pantry use.

About These Botanicals

This product is grown in an organic and regenerative fashion with as minimal use of insecticides, pesticides, herbicides and fungicides as possible, in certified organic fertilizer. The product is sourced food grade. It is not certified organic. Suitable for Kosher, Halaal and Hindi diets.

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