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Nigella Seeds (Kalonji)
Discover our nigella seeds (kalonji), grown in India. Slightly bitter, earthy and peppery, with a herbaceous touch to enhance your breads, pickles and Indian dishes.
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Nigella Seeds (Kalonji): the forgotten treasure of Indian spices
Nigella seeds, known as kalonji in Hindi, come from the Nigella sativa plant cultivated in India for millennia. Also known as "black cumin seeds" or "black onion seeds", they hold a central place in Indian cuisine and Ayurvedic medicine.
Why choose whole seeds?
Whole kalonji seeds retain their essential oils far longer than ground powder. They release their aromas — slightly bitter, earthy and peppery with a distinctive herbaceous note — at the moment of cooking, on contact with heat or fat. You thus control the intensity of flavour depending on your chosen toasting method.
Culinary uses:
- Sprinkled on naans and flatbreads before baking for an authentic flavour
- Essential in Indian pickles and chutneys (achar)
- Perfect for tadka (tempering) in dals and vegetable curries
- Key component of Panch Phoron (Bengali five-spice blend)
- Added to fresh cheeses, yoghurts and dips for an original spiced note
- Incorporated into meat and fish marinades for a complex flavour
Origin and quality:
Our nigella seeds come from India, where Nigella sativa has been cultivated for millennia.
Storage:
To preserve all its aromas, store your nigella seeds in a dry place, away from light and moisture, in their airtight packaging.
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Supports digestion and reduces bloating
Boosts immunity thanks to thymoquinone
Recognised anti-inflammatory properties
Rich in antioxidants that protect cells
Helps regulate blood sugar levels
Relieves respiratory symptoms (asthma, allergies)
Source of iron, calcium and essential fatty acids
Used in Ayurvedic medicine to balance the doshas
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Nutritional declaration per 100g
Nutritional component Per 100g Energy 2 070 kJ / 495 kcal Fat ~ 40,4 g of which saturated fat ~ 3,3 g Carbohydrates ~ 38,2 g of which sugars ~ 2,4 g Dietary fiber ~ 10,5 g Proteins ~ 17,8 g Salt ~ 110 mg Sodium ~ 40 mg -
Directly selected smallholder producers Yes Pesticides free Yes Vegetarian Yes Origin India Quality Premium Type Whole seeds Taste profile Slightly bitter and earthy, with peppery notes and a distinctive herbaceous touch. A unique aromatic profile reminiscent of oregano, marjoram and black pepper.
Pourquoi choisir Nigella Seeds (Kalonji) de La Table Indienne ?
Fraîcheur et qualité exceptionnelles
Nos épices sont importées directement d'Inde et conditionnées à la demande pour garantir une fraîcheur optimale. Contrairement aux épices vendues en grande surface qui peuvent rester des mois sur les étagères, nous veillons à ce que chaque épice conserve toute sa saveur et son arôme.
Authenticité et traçabilité
Chaque épice provient de régions spécifiques en Inde réputées pour leur savoir-faire. Nous travaillons directement avec des producteurs locaux qui cultivent leurs épices de manière traditionnelle, sans pesticides ni produits chimiques.
Comment bien utiliser cette épice ?
Pour révéler tous les arômes, nous recommandons de faire légèrement griller les épices entières à sec dans une poêle avant de les moudre. Conservez-les dans un endroit sec et à l'abri de la lumière pour préserver leur fraîcheur le plus longtemps possible.
Le saviez-vous ?
Les épices entières sont bien meilleures que les épices moulues
Consultez notre article de blog pour découvrir pourquoi les épices entières conservent mieux leurs arômes.
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Nigella Seeds (Kalonji)
