Mustard Seed (Black) 1 Oz. Package
Product Details
One
ounce, whole seed.100% Certified USDA Organic & Kosher.
Black mustard seeds (Sinapsis nigra), the smallest and most
pungent of the mustard seeds, come from the Brassica nigra plant. The Romans
used mustard for its medicinal properties, believing it could alleviate coughs
and colds. Black mustard seeds were also a common condiment throughout the
Roman Empire, though the mustards of that era would be quite different from the
bright yellow mustard most familiar today.
Medicinally, black mustard seeds have been used in traditional
medicine for centuries. Black mustard seeds contain compounds that can irritate
the skin when crushed or broken, and this property is harnessed in topical pain
relievers like mustard plasters. Black mustard seeds are also believed to
stimulate circulation and digestion.
Culinary uses for black mustard seeds are vast, particularly in
Indian cuisine where they are a staple spice. Black mustard seeds are often
used whole in curries and dals, adding a pungent, almost horseradish-like
flavor. When ground, black mustard seeds are a key ingredient in certain types
of prepared mustards, like Dijon mustard. The heat of black mustard seeds is
more intense than other mustard seeds, so they are used in smaller quantities.
Black mustard seeds can also be used whole in pickling brines or toasted to add
depth to salad dressings.
Black mustard seeds also hold a place in magical traditions. In
some cultures, black mustard seeds are seen as a symbol of protection and are
used in rituals to ward off evil spirits or negative energies. Mustard seeds
are also used in spells for prosperity and abundance.
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