Black Seeds or also called Kalonji seeds or Nigelia are used in cooking for preparing many recipes like Indian bread (naan), Pita bread, and most soft bread. When they are cooked, they release a great flavor. Its also found in Armenian String Cheese and is also used in making Indian pickles.* It has a penetrating musty and earthy flavor and it can be used as a medicine.* Aiva selects the spices & herbs carefully for robust flavor and adds no colors and no additives to the spices & herbs We only sell the freshest spices that are stored in a weather-controlled facility so that you can get maximum freshness This product is Natural, Non-GMOs, and Aiva Products is a brand "Where You Can Trust"