Tag: Black Cumin

directions Crush the nigella in a mortar and pestle; doesn’t have to be too fine, you just want to release the essential oils. Place them in a teaball, and the teaball in your cup. Pour hot water over and allow to steep 8 to 10 minutes. Remove teaball and discard contents. What is black cumin […]

Also referred to as black cumin or nigella sativa, black seed oil is thought to naturally restore hair growth in thinning areas thanks to its high concentration of thymoquinone, a powerful antihistamine. Is black cumin good for hair? Moreover, black jeera for hair removes dandruff, rashes and itchiness from the scalp owing to its antiviral, […]

DIY Black Seed Hair Loss Remedy Add 2 handfuls of black cumin seeds to 5 cups of water. Boil for 10 minutes. Strain the seeds. Pour the black cumin water into a glass jar. Add 1 tablespoon of extra virgin olive oil. Massage this mixture to your scalp at least twice a week. How can […]

Nigella sativa, which is also known as black cumin, has been shown to possess blood pressure-lowering effects in both animals and humans 9-13. It has been used for centuries for medicinal and culinary purposes throughout the Middle East, India and Northern Africa 11. Can black cumin cause hypertension? Black cumin was found to benefit blood […]

Black cumin seeds and oil are carminative, which means they can support digestion and decrease digestive problems including gas, bloating, and stomach pain (>). What does black seed do for your stomach? The anti-inflammatory properties of black seed oil may also help alleviate symptoms like indigestion, nausea, abdominal distention, bloating, vomiting, diarrhea, or constipation. Is […]

When someone consumes turmeric, they get their dose of curcumin. Cumin, on the other hand, is a seed that looks similar to caraway. It has a boat shape and is brownish in color. As mentioned above, curcumin is an integral part of turmeric and it is responsible for giving it the bright yellow color. Is […]

Black cumin is also called Nigella “Nigella sativa” It is neither related to cumin nor to caraway and it also has a completely different taste. Black cumin tastes nutty and tart. About like a mixture of poppy seeds, pepper and oregano. Is cumin the same as pepper? Spices that pack as much of a punch […]

To collect seeds, cut the pods from the stem when they begin to turn brown but have not yet shattered. Place the pods in a paper bag until all the pods have ripened and the seeds are completely dry. Rub any unopened pods between the hands until seeds fall free and separate them from the […]

Seed Sowing Depth: Your black cumin seeds should be sown in a total of about of about 8 to 10 inches in rich soil. Each seed should lay about 1/8 inch under the top layer of soil. Each seed should be planted 4 to 6 inches apart to allow for adequate growth until the plant […]

The black cumin plant is found in southwestern Asia and parts of the Mediterranean and Africa, where it has a long history of use in diverse culinary and medicinal traditions. The seeds have an aroma similar to fennel and have a pungent flavour somewhat similar to nutmeg, though the plant is not related to either. […]

One sign of how much nigella seeds have been used over time is that they have so many different names: nigella sativa, black cumin, blackseed, kaljoni, fennel flower, nutmeg flower, Roman coriander, black caraway, black onion seed, love-in-a-mist seeds and devil-in-a-bush seeds…the list goes on! Is black cumin the same as nigella seed? Nigella is […]

The volatile oil (0.4-0.45 %) contains saturated fatty acids which includes: nigellone that is the only component of the carbonyl fraction of the oil, Thymoquinone (TQ), thymohydroquinone (THQ), dithymoquinone, thymol, carvacrol, α and β-pinene, d-limonene, d-citronellol, p-cymene volatile oil of the seed also contains What is black cumin good for? Its seed has been used […]

amber-hued. Black seed oil (aka black cumin seed oil, kalonji oil, or nigella sativa oil) is an amber-hued oil extracted from tiny black seeds of the flowering Nigella sativa plant that originated in Southwest Asia and has been used throughout the Middle East, Africa, and Eastern Europe. How can you tell if black seed oil […]

The edible roots taste like coconut or chestnuts, while the leaves can be used as herbs. The seeds of B. bulbocastanum are most prized. Are cumin leaves edible? Cumin plants are not grown for its foliage, however, fresh leaves can be harvested from mature plants to add a light tangy flavor to salads or used […]

Black Cumin plants need a sunny location in the herb garden and well-drained soil. Water the herb plants regularly during prolonged periods of dry weather. After the seed heads begin to dry, cut the stems, tie them together and place the seed heads in a brown paper bag. How long does black cumin take to […]

Bunium bulbocastanum bulbocastanum is also known as black cumin, earthnut, and great pignut. In Indian cuisine, we call them black zira (jeera). It is a plant species belonging to the family Apiaceae and is native to Northern Africa, Southeastern Europe, and Southern Asia. Is black cumin and kala jeera same? Black Cumin or Kala jeera […]

Shai Jeera looks very similar to the cumin seeds but is finer and darker in colour and has a crescent shape. It is often confused with other spices such as Nigella Sativa which can also be called black cumin (confusing or what!) but Nigella is a black seed that is totally unrelated to this spice. […]

Properly stored, cumin seed will generally stay at best quality for about 3 to 4 years. To maximize the shelf life of cumin seed purchased in bulk, and to better retain flavor and potency, store in containers with tight-fitting lids. Can you use out of date cumin seeds? Expired dried spices likely won’t make you […]

Also known as black cumin, nigella or by its scientific name Nigella sativa, kalonji belongs to the buttercup family of flowering plants. It grows up to 12 inches (30 cm) tall and produces a fruit with seeds that are used as a flavorful spice in many cuisines. What is difference between kalonji and kala jeera? […]

Kalonji. Kalonji (sometimes spelled Kaloonji or Kalongi), better known as Nigella Seeds (and/or Onion Seeds), Black Seed, Nigella Sativa, Black Cumin… Indigenous to Western Asia, Southern Europe and the Middle East, nigell is most widely cultivated in India. Is kalonji and black cumin same? Also known as black cumin, nigella or by its scientific name […]