Premium Whole Celery Seeds: Intense Savoury Flavour

The Secret to Robust Pickles, Breads & Spice Blends

Discover the powerful, concentrated essence of celery in our Premium Whole Celery Seeds. These tiny, brown seeds pack a potent punch—delivering an intense, savoury, slightly bitter, and warm aroma that is far more complex than fresh celery stalks. A cornerstone of pickling and European baking, celery seed is a versatile whole spice that adds incredible depth to everything from classic preserves to modern salad dressings and barbecue rubs.

Their robust flavour holds up beautifully to cooking, making them an essential ingredient for creating layered, savoury profiles in your favourite dishes.

Why Choose Our Celery Seeds?

• Intense, Concentrated Flavour: Offers a powerful savoury taste that is more complex and aromatic than fresh celery.

• Whole Seed Quality: Sold as whole seeds to preserve their volatile oils and intense flavour until you're ready to use them.

• Pickling Essential: The classic, non-negotiable spice for authentic pickled cucumbers, relishes, and chutneys.

• Baking & Spice Blend Staple: A key component in rye bread, savoury scones, and homemade seasoning salts.

• Gluten-Free & All-Natural: A pure, single-origin spice with no additives, perfect for clean eating.

Popular Ways to Use Celery Seeds:

• Pickling & Preserving: The fundamental spice for dill pickles, piccalilli, and bread-and-butter pickles.

• Salad Dressings: Infuses coleslaw, potato salad, and creamy dressings with a distinctive savoury note.

• Baking: Adds a wonderful depth to rye bread, soda bread, and cheese scones.

• Spice Rubs & Seasonings: A crucial ingredient in homemade celery salt, Old Bay seasoning, and barbecue rubs for poultry and pork.

• Soups & Stews: Add a pinch to broths, bean soups, and stews for a rich, savoury backbone.

Ingredients: 100% Whole Celery Seeds.

Store in a cool, dark, dry place in an airtight container.

Most Popular Recipe: Classic Creamy Coleslaw Dressing

This recipe is a perennial favourite and the perfect way to showcase the unique flavour of celery seeds. It transforms a simple coleslaw from good to extraordinary and is a staple for Kiwi barbecues and picnics.

SpicenEasy's Classic Creamy Coleslaw Dressing

• Prep Time: 10 minutes

• Chill Time: 30 minutes (minimum)

• Serves: 6-8 as a side

Ingredients:

For the Dressing:

• 1 tsp SpicenEasy Celery Seeds

• ½ cup mayonnaise (full-fat for best results)

• ¼ cup sour cream or Greek yoghurt

• 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar

• 1 tbsp Dijon mustard

• 1 tbsp honey or sugar

• ½ tsp SpicenEasy Ground Black Pepper

• ¼ tsp salt, or to taste

For the Coleslaw:

• ½ medium cabbage, finely shredded

• 2 large carrots, grated

• ¼ red onion, very thinly sliced

Instructions:

1. Toast the Seeds (Optional but Recommended): In a small, dry pan over low heat, toast the celery seeds for 1-2 minutes until fragrant. This step unlocks their full aromatic potential. Let them cool slightly.

2. Make the Dressing: In a large bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, sour cream, apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, honey, black pepper, salt, and the toasted celery seeds until smooth and well combined.

3. Combine with Veggies: Add the shredded cabbage, grated carrot, and sliced red onion to the bowl with the dressing.

4. Toss and Rest: Toss everything together until the vegetables are evenly coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes (or up to 2 hours) before serving. This resting time is crucial for the flavours to meld and for the cabbage to soften slightly.

5. Serve and Enjoy: Give the coleslaw a final toss before serving alongside your favourite barbecue meats, burgers, or sausages.

Chef's Tip: Toasting the celery seeds is a simple game-changer that elevates the entire dish. For a lighter version, you can use all Greek yoghurt instead of mayonnaise. If you prefer a tangier slaw, add an extra tablespoon of vinegar. This dressing also works wonderfully as a topping for pulled pork sandwiches or fish tacos!

The SpicenEasy Promise

We bring you the world's most authentic and flavourful herbs and spices, directly to your door in New Zealand. From our potent celery seeds to our trusted recipes, we're here to help you build deeper, more savoury flavours in your everyday cooking.