Niger Seeds

Listing ID #4849253

Oil enriched, black & small Ingurgitated with oils. The seed, technically a fruit called an achene, is often sold as birdseed as it is a favorite of finches, especially the Goldfinch & the Greenfinch. Niger seeds are also used in southern parts of India. In Karnataka, AndraPradesh & Maharashtra, Niger seeds are used to make dry chutney which is used as an accompaniment with breads. They are also used as a spice in some curries.