Mustard seed
Mustard Seed
Mustard seed (pronunciation: /ˈmʌstərd siːd/) is a small round seed of various mustard plants. The seeds are usually about 1 to 2 millimeters in diameter and may be colored from yellowish white to black.
Etymology
The term "mustard" is derived from the Latin mustum ardens, meaning "burning must". This is a reference to the spicy heat of the crushed mustard seeds and the French practice of mixing the ground seeds with must, the young, unfermented juice of wine grapes.
Description
Mustard seeds are the small round seeds of various mustard plants. The seeds are usually about 1 to 2 millimeters in diameter and may be colored from yellowish white to black. They are an important spice in many regional foods and may come from one of three different plants: black mustard (Brassica nigra), brown Indian mustard (B. juncea), or white/yellow mustard (B. hirta/Sinapis alba).
Uses
Mustard seeds are a rich source of oil and protein. The seed has oil as high as 46-48%, and whole seed meal has 43.6% protein.
Related Terms
- Brassica nigra: The black mustard plant, one of the sources of mustard seeds.
- Brassica juncea: The brown Indian mustard plant, another source of mustard seeds.
- Sinapis alba: The white or yellow mustard plant, another source of mustard seeds.
- Mustard plant: The plant family that includes all the varieties of mustard.
- Mustard oil: An oil derived from mustard seeds.
- Protein: A nutrient found in high quantities in mustard seeds.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Mustard seed
- Wikipedia's article - Mustard seed
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