Nigella Sativa
Also Known As: Black Caraway Seeds, Charnushka, Kalonji, Blackseed, Black Onion Seed or Roman Coriander
Origin: India
Ingredients: Nigella Sativa Seeds
Taste and Aroma: Strong, slightly bitter, peppery and smoky.
Uses: Famous on Jewish Rye Bread, lamb, vegetables, liquors, baking, bread and ingredient of Garam Masala.
Substitutes: Black Sesame Seeds, Caraway Seeds, Caraway Powder or Cumin Seeds.
Fun Fact: Nigella Sativa is the subject of much promising scientific research.