Especias y Hierbas

Dark mustard

Dark mustard
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Ingredient Information

Name

Dark mustard

Category

Especias y Hierbas

Popularity

2 recipes

Status

Inactive

Description

Dark mustard is a variety of mustard seed characterized by its black or dark brown color and an intense, spicy, and slightly bitter flavor. It is one of the most commonly used types of mustard seeds in cooking to prepare condiments, dressings, sauces, and marinades, thanks to its ability to provide a strong and distinctive touch to dishes.

Originally from regions of South Asia and Europe, dark mustard has been cultivated for centuries and is a fundamental ingredient in many world cuisines. In cooking, it is often used whole, ground, or as a paste, and when its essential oils are released by being crushed or heated, its characteristic flavor intensifies.

Its notable properties include its content of antioxidants, B-complex vitamins, and minerals such as magnesium and phosphorus. Furthermore, it contains sulfur compounds that can aid in digestion and have anti-inflammatory effects.

In different Hispanic American countries, dark mustard may also be known as black mustard seed or simply black mustard. In recipes, this ingredient is essential for adding flavor and texture to pickles, chutneys, and certain types of marinades.

Nutritional Properties

3.3g
fiber
49mcg
folate
370mg
potassium
66
calories
0mcg
lycopene
4.4g
proteins
7.1mg
vitamin c
4.4g
total fats
5.8g
carbohydrates

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