Black Cumin
- Appearance: Small, black, triangular seeds with a slightly bitter taste and a pungent aroma similar to onion or oregano.
- Color: Black.
- Size: Uniform size, typically 1-2mm.
- Moisture content: Low to prevent spoilage.
- Foreign matter: Minimal presence of impurities like other seeds, stems, or dust.
- Adulteration: Free from adulteration with other seeds or fillers.
- Oil content: Black cumin seeds are rich in oil, and the oil content can be a quality indicator.