Shahjeera, or Black Cumin, refers to the seeds of Carum carvi or Bunium persicum, species distinct from common cumin (Cuminum cyminum). It is smaller, darker, and boasts a more refined, sweeter, and smoky flavor profile, making it a prized ingredient in North Indian and Mughlai vegetarian cooking.

At 365 Spicery, our Shahjeera is carefully sourced and processed to preserve its unique volatile oils, ensuring maximum flavor and aroma. It's an essential spice for tempering, flavoring rice dishes, and enhancing rich vegetable gravies.

• Distinctive Aromatic Profile: Our Shahjeera offers a refined, smoky, and subtly sweet aroma that sets it apart from common cumin, perfect for authentic vegetarian recipes.
• 100% Vegetarian Purity: A dedicated vegetarian brand ensuring no cross-contamination, ideal for all your plant-based culinary requirements.
• Clean Label Promise: Enjoy our Shahjeera knowing it's absolutely free from MSG, Preservatives, and Artificial Colours.
• Authentic Indian Heritage: Manufactured with pride in Mumbai, Maharashtra, India, bringing you genuine Indian spice traditions.
• Globally Trusted: FSSAI, USFDA, ISO 22000, HACCP & Halal Certified, and exported to over 30 countries for unmatched reliability.

Shahjeera presents a milder, sweeter, and more aromatic profile than regular cumin. It carries a distinctive smoky, slightly nutty, and caraway-like essence, with subtle peppery notes. Its aroma is warm, earthy, and gently pungent, contributing an elegant depth.

• Heat: None
• Aroma: Smoky, earthy, slightly sweet, caraway-like
• Taste: Mild, nutty, subtly peppery
• Notes: Delicate, adds complex warmth

• Premium Quality Whole Shahjeera (Black Cumin)
• 100% Vegetarian & Ethically Sourced
• Absolutely No MSG, No Preservatives, No Artificial Colours
• FSSAI, USFDA, ISO 22000, HACCP & Halal Certified
• Proudly Manufactured in Mumbai, Maharashtra, India
• Exported to 30+ countries, trusted worldwide

• Tempering for rich North Indian vegetable curries and dals
• Flavoring aromatic rice dishes like vegetarian biryani and pilafs
• Enhancing Mughlai-style vegetable preparations and gravies
• Adding a unique depth to paneer and tofu dishes
• Used in traditional spice blends for a sophisticated touch

• Vegetarian Biryani: Integral for its characteristic aroma and depth.
• Shahi Paneer: Adds a royal, aromatic touch to the creamy gravy.
• Dal Bukhara (Vegetarian): Enhances the slow-cooked lentil's richness.
• Aloo Gobi: Tempering with Shahjeera elevates the vegetable stir-fry.
• Tofu Kofta Curry: Infuses the gravy with a delicate, smoky flavour.

Shahjeera is best used by dry roasting lightly before grinding, or by tempering whole in hot oil or ghee at the beginning of cooking to release its subtle, complex flavors into vegetarian gravies, dals, and rice dishes.