Spices · seeds
Black cumin seeds
Also called shahi jeera, kala jeera, royal cumin
Thin, dark relative of cumin with a sweeter, smokier, more delicate flavour; for Kashmiri dishes, biryani and pulao. Not the same as nigella.
What can replace it
- T2 · GoodCaraway seeds
Closest in look and taste, but sharper and less sweet-smoky.
- T2 · GoodCumin seeds
Earthier and coarser, less delicate and sweet.
- T3 · In a pinchNigella seeds
Often confused with it, but oniony-bitter rather than cumin-like.
Cook with Black cumin seeds
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