Mustard Seed
Code : P7005

Mustard seeds are small, round seeds that come from various mustard plants, which belong to the Brassicaceae family. They are one of the oldest known spices and have been used for thousands of years in culinary and medicinal applications. Here’s a detailed description of raw mustard seeds: Appearance: Size and Shape: Mustard seeds are tiny, typically measuring about 1 to 2 millimeters in diameter. They are generally round or slightly oval in shape. Texture: Outer Shell: The seeds have a hard, smooth outer shell. Inner Part: When crushed or ground, the inner part of the seed is revealed, which contains the essential oils responsible for the characteristic pungent flavor. Flavor: Raw Mustard Seeds: In their raw form, mustard seeds have a mild, slightly nutty flavor. However, when they are crushed, chewed, or mixed with liquid, an enzymatic reaction occurs, releasing a sharp, pungent, and slightly bitter taste. This is due to the release of compounds like sinigrin and myrosinase, which produce the characteristic heat and aroma of mustard.