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Qizha (Black Seed Paste)

$25.00 AUD Regular price $22.00 AUD
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As far as we can tell, we're the only shop in Oceania that sells qizha – a secret Palestinian paste made from ground black seeds (i.e. nigella seeds) and ground sesame seeds.

Think of it as black tahini: a similar consistency and flavour, with similar uses, but more intense and – yes – more polarising.

Called "beguiling" and "extremely elusive" by a journalist from Vice who struggled to find it anywhere outside Nablus, it's really something you need to taste for yourself. Use it to make siniyyat al-qizha (as in the video below), or mix it with honey and enjoy it on its own.

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  • Ingredients: nigella seed paste, sesame seed paste
  • Store in a cool dry place away from direct sunlight

How to Make Siniyyat al-Qizha:

Al'ard is a third-generation family-run company, passionate about making premium artisanal Palestinian food.

Al'ard's purpose is to help Palestinian farmers secure fair market prices for olive oil and other products. It gives these farmers access to state-of-the-art facilities, allowing them to reach global markets.

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Bayyāra was created in 2024 by Noor, a Palestinian from Gaza, and her husband Matt (from NZ).

We import Hebron ceramics, Nablus soap, extra virgin olive oil, traditional embroidery, and other Palestinian products.

Every purchase directly supports farmers & artisans in Palestine, and helps to preserve their cultural heritage.


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