Black cumin

Origin
South-West Asia.

Flavor
Strong, spicy and pepper taste.

General benefits
Stimulant, carminative, diuretic.

Ayurvedic properties
Non available.

Culinary uses
Used in oriental cuisine to sprinkle traditional bread, naan, pastries, sweet dishes, cheeses and soups. In West India and Bangladesh, black cumin is used in pulses recipes.