Brown mustard seeds are more commonly used in Indian cooking although black mustard seeds contain higher proportion of volatile mustard oil with strong flavour. The larger white mustards are less pungent. Raw seed are put in hot oil and allowed to pop, this flavoured oil can be poured over some dishes before serving or used to cook raw food. Health benefits: Similar to most of the spices, the seeds contain essential antioxidants, vitamins and minerals.
Black mustard is dark brown to black colours, whereas yellow mustard seeds are either yellow or white in colour.
The black mustard comes with a strong pungent flavour, whereas the yellow mustard comes with a mild flavour.
Brown is spicier, white more mild, and a reaction between the acid and the mustard create mustards spiciness.
Black mustard is used in almost all dishes as it gives a spicy flavour. Yellow mustard is widely used in hot dogs, sandwiches, hamburgers and added to oil, vinegar or honey for making marinades and dressings.
Actions for White mustard seed:
•To warm the lungs and resolve phlegm.
•To invigorate Qi circulation and disperse nodules.
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