“…Basil seeds (Ocimum basilicum) are also known for potential nutraceutical properties such as anti-inflammatory, antihyperlipidemic as well as antidiabetic due to the presence of linolenic acid/LA (66%) . Other seeds, such as nigella seeds (Nigella sativa) and chironji seeds (Buchanania lanzan) are rich in thymoquinone/TQ (30–48%) and antioxidants, respectively. , Due to these nutraceutical properties, unique flavors, as well as easy availability, these edible seeds are being increasingly consumed to reshape dietary habits and facilitate the development of innovative functional foods. − A wide range of food-processing techniques has emerged, leading to significant changes in the properties of food products. These techniques, namely, soaking, fermentation, roasting/heating, milling, puffing, and germination, involve alterations in key nutritional components such as starch, proteins, and fats, which in turn improve water/oil absorption, emulsification, foaming, pasting, gelation, and cohesion properties in the food products .…”