Nigella seeds

Nigella seeds (Nigella sativa), also known as kalonji or black seed, are small black seeds native to southwestern Asia. They have a distinctive peppery, onion-like, oregano-like flavor reminiscent of a blend of cumin, oregano, and a hint of nuttiness. Note, do not confuse with black cumin or regular cumin. this is an entirely different plant from the buttercup family. In the kitchen they are essential as a topping on Indian naan and Turkish pita pide, in biryani, Indian pickles, Middle Eastern cheeses, and Egyptian baking blends. Also traditionally used in folk medicine.