Herb or Spice
Nigella Seed
About This Entry
Nigella seed (kalonji) adds oregano-onion bitterness to naan, pickles, and Middle Eastern breads — its dark seed spice pairs with aromatic whites and rustic reds.
Wine Pairing Explanation
Primary wine styles
Common Culinary Uses
- chicken breast
- cumin seed
At a Glance
Group
Whole Spices
Classification
Herbs & Spices
Usage intensity
accent
Scientific name
Nigella sativa
Scientific Classification
- Display name
- Nigella Seed
- Classification
- Herbs & Spices
- Group
- Whole Spices
- Scientific name
- Nigella sativa
Taxonomy
- Usage intensity
- accent