Ethiopian Black Seed Powder (Habachia) — ground seeds, 99% purity, food-grade quality.
Ready-to-use Habba Sawda: enjoy it on bread, with honey or in your homemade skin and hair care recipes. Resealable 100g kraft pouch. Miel Impérial Selection.
Ethiopian black cumin powder (habachia) - 100g
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Ethiopian Black Seed Powder (Habachia) — ground seeds, 99% purity, food-grade quality.
Ready-to-use Habba Sawda: enjoy it on bread, with honey or in your homemade skin and hair care recipes. Resealable 100g kraft pouch. Miel Impérial Selection.
Miel Impérial Selection
Ethiopian Black Seed Powder – 100g Kraft Pouch
The famous Habachia Habba Sawda, finely ground: Nigella sativa seeds sourced from Ethiopia, the most prestigious origin, transformed into a richly aromatic powder. Packed in a resealable 100g kraft pouch, perfect for Middle Eastern cooking and homemade skin and hair care recipes.
Origin: Ethiopia
authentic Habachia
99% purity
food-grade quality
100% Nigella
no additives or blends
100g kraft pouch
resealable with viewing window
What is black seed powder?
Black seed powder is made by finely grinding the seeds of Nigella sativa. These tiny black seeds are known throughout the Arab world as Habba Sawda ("black seed") and also as Habbatul Baraka, "the blessed seed". Commonly referred to as black cumin, they are prized for their warm, spicy and slightly bitter flavour, which has been an essential part of Middle Eastern cuisine for thousands of years, from Ancient Egypt to the Maghreb and beyond.
Because the seeds are already finely ground, they release their full aroma immediately. There is no need to grind them yourself: simply add the powder directly to recipes, bread dough or homemade beauty treatments. It is the most convenient format for everyday use.
Why Ethiopian origin makes all the difference
Among all Nigella sativa origins, Ethiopian seeds, known as Habachia ("Abyssinian" in Arabic), are regarded as the finest: large seeds, exceptionally aromatic and boasting 99% purity. This is exactly the quality selected by Miel Impérial for this powder, just as it is for its whole Ethiopian black seeds.
How to use ground black seed
In the kitchen as a spice
Use it just like cumin or paprika. Sprinkle it over bread before baking—its most traditional use—or add it to msemen, fresh cheese, soups, tagines or vinaigrettes. Its warm, spicy flavour is quite intense, so a little goes a long way.
With honey, following tradition
A time-honoured tradition is to mix half a teaspoon of black seed powder with a tablespoon of honey. The honey softens the naturally slightly bitter flavour, creating a delicious and authentic combination.
As a homemade face mask
Mixed with lukewarm water, honey or cosmetic clay, the powder forms a paste that can be applied as a purifying face mask for normal or combination skin. Leave on for around ten minutes before rinsing with lukewarm water.
As a homemade hair treatment
Blend it with a carrier oil, yoghurt or ghassoul clay to create a nourishing hair mask. Apply to damp hair for 20 to 30 minutes before shampooing, following traditional Middle Eastern hair care rituals. Hair feels softer, nourished and naturally shiny.
Precautions for use
• Consume black seed powder in moderation and follow the recommended serving amounts.
• Not recommended for children or for pregnant or breastfeeding women.
• May contain traces of tree nuts, gluten and sesame.
• For cosmetic use, always perform a patch test before application and avoid contact with the eyes.
• This product is not intended to replace a varied, balanced diet or a healthy lifestyle.
Storage
Keep the pouch tightly sealed and store it away from light, heat and moisture. The resealable kraft pouch helps preserve the powder's freshness and aroma for months. For the best quality, store it in a cool, dry place.
Frequently Asked Questions – Black Seed Powder
What is the difference between black seeds and black seed powder?
There is no difference in the ingredient itself. The powder is simply made by finely grinding Nigella sativa seeds. It is more convenient for cooking, mixing with honey or preparing homemade beauty treatments.
What does Habachia mean?
Habachia means "Abyssinian" in Arabic and refers to Ethiopia, an origin renowned for producing exceptionally aromatic and high-purity Nigella sativa seeds.
How do you use black seed powder with honey?
The traditional method is to mix around half a teaspoon of black seed powder with one tablespoon of honey. The honey softens the naturally slightly bitter taste, making it both delicious and easy to enjoy.
Can black seed powder be used in cooking?
Absolutely. It can be added to bread dough, msemen, baghrir, tagines, soups, vegetables, salads or sprinkled over fresh cheese. Its rich flavour means only a small amount is needed.
Is it suitable for homemade beauty recipes?
Yes. Mixed with honey, ghassoul clay, yoghurt or carrier oils, black seed powder is traditionally used in homemade face masks and hair care treatments inspired by Middle Eastern beauty rituals.
Authentic Habba Sawda, ready to use
Habachia Nigella from Ethiopia · 99% purity · food-grade quality · resealable kraft pouch. The expertise of Miel Impérial, bringing the finest Middle Eastern tradition to your everyday routine.