Black Seed-Infused Honey

Ingredients:

• 1 tablespoon black seeds
• ½ cup raw honey

Instructions:

1. Slightly crush the black seeds using a mortar and pestle.
2. Mix the crushed seeds into the honey.
3. Let it infuse for at least 1-2 days before using.
4. Use this honey as a spread on toast, as a sweetener for tea, or in yogurt.

2. Nigella Seed Flatbread

Ingredients:

• 2 cups all-purpose flour (or whole wheat)
• 1 tablespoon nigella seeds
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon yeast
• ¾ cup warm water
• 1 tablespoon olive oil

Instructions:

1. In a bowl, mix flour, salt, yeast, and nigella seeds.
2. Add water and olive oil, and knead until the dough is smooth.
3. Let the dough rise for 1 hour.
4. Roll the dough into flat rounds and cook in a hot skillet for 2-3 minutes per side.
5. Serve with dips like hummus or as a base for toppings.

3. Black Seed Smoothie Booster

Ingredients:

• 1 cup almond milk (or any plant-based milk)
• ½ banana
• 1 tablespoon chia seeds
• 1 teaspoon black seeds (ground)
• 1 tablespoon peanut butter or almond butter
• 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup (optional)

Instructions:

1. Blend all ingredients together until smooth.
2. Enjoy as a nutritious breakfast or post-workout drink.

4. Nigella Seed Salad Dressing

Ingredients:

• ¼ cup olive oil
• 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
• 1 teaspoon nigella seeds
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Whisk together all ingredients until well combined.
2. Drizzle over salads for a peppery and tangy kick.

5. Black Seed Spiced Rice

Ingredients:

• 1 cup basmati rice
• 2 tablespoons ghee or olive oil
• 1 teaspoon black seeds
• 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
• 1 cinnamon stick
• 2 cardamom pods
• 1 small onion, finely chopped
• 2 cups water or broth

Instructions:

1. Heat ghee or oil in a pot, add black seeds, cumin seeds, cinnamon stick, and cardamom pods.
2. Once fragrant, add onions and sauté until golden.
3. Stir in rice and sauté for 2 minutes.
4. Add water or broth, bring to a boil, then reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes.
5. Fluff with a fork and serve as a side dish or with curries.

These recipes add both flavor and health benefits from the black seeds!