Whole Spices
Kalonji (Nigella Seeds)Kalonji / Kalonji-Jiram
Kalonji, also known as nigella or black cumin, is a distinctive whole seed spice with a warm, peppery aroma, a lightly bitter finish and the characteristic angular black appearance of Nigella sativa.
Sai Agro sources, cleans and grades Indian kalonji for consistency in appearance and practical use across spice processing, bakery and savoury food production. Lots can be prepared to match buyer-led quality and packing requirements.
This product is suited to spice blenders, bakeries, pickle and namkeen manufacturers, wholesalers, food-service buyers and exporters looking for dependable bulk supply from India.
Available Packaging
10 kg, 25 kg and 50 kg multiwall paper or PP bags, as well as 1 MT jumbo bags.
Private labelling and buyer-specified retail packs available on request.
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- Botanical Name
- Nigella sativa
- Form
- Whole seed
- Colour
- Jet black to dark charcoal
- Shelf Life
- 24 months from production date
- GMO Status
- GMO-free
- Labelling
- Private labelling as per buyer's requirements
- Harvest Period
- Rabi season; typically February – April
- Country of Origin
- India
Benefits of Kalonji (Nigella Seeds)
- Distinctive peppery aroma with a gently bitter, onion-like note.
- Whole-seed format suited to direct tempering, blending and topping.
- Recognisable angular black appearance in finished food products.
- Versatile across bakery, pickle, snack and masala applications.
- Buyer-led grading, cleaning and packing options for bulk orders.
Uses of Kalonji (Nigella Seeds)
- Naan, breads, savoury biscuits and bakery toppings.
- Pickles, chutneys and regional masala blends.
- Tempering curries, dals and vegetable dishes.
- Namkeen, snack seasoning and spice blends.
- Whole-seed retail packs and food-service supply.
