The Marathi name for nigella seeds is "kalonji" (कलौंजी). These seeds are commonly used in Indian cuisine for their distinct flavor and are often added to breads, pickles, and various dishes. Kalonji is also known for its medicinal properties in traditional practices.
You can replace nigella seeds with cumin seeds.
Flax Seeds are called "Jawas" in Marathi.
Black cumin seeds
Karuvapulai is known as "black cumin" or "nigella seeds" in English. Its scientific name is Nigella sativa. These seeds are commonly used as a spice in various cuisines and are also valued for their medicinal properties.
Kalonji, known in Marathi as "काळी जीरं" (kāḷī jīraṁ), refers to the seeds of the Nigella sativa plant. These seeds are commonly used as a spice in various cuisines and are also valued for their medicinal properties. Kalonji is often associated with health benefits and is used in traditional remedies.
In Marathi, black seeds are commonly referred to as "काळी जीरे" (kāli jīre) or "काळे बी" (kāle bī). These seeds, known scientifically as Nigella sativa, are often used in cooking and traditional medicine. They are believed to have various health benefits, including antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties. Black seeds are also used in Ayurvedic practices for their therapeutic qualities.
A blackseed is a spice plant with aromatic black seeds, Latin name Nigella sativa.
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Nigella sativa is related to Love-in -the- Mist (Nigella damascena) but is not the same and does not have the same healing qualities. Buy the real seeds,and don't be tempted to try the Love-in-the -Mist seeds.
Flax seed is called Jawas (जवस) in Marathi. A delicious dry chutney made out of ground flax seed is a common food item in Maharashtra.
The English name for kalonji is "nigella seeds," which are derived from the Nigella sativa plant. These small black seeds are often used as a spice in cooking and are known for their distinctive flavor and numerous health benefits. Kalonji is also sometimes referred to as "black cumin," although it is distinct from true cumin.