Mustard Seeds

Description

Mustard seeds are tiny, powerful kitchen staples that come from plants in the Brassicaceae family (the same family as broccoli and cabbage). They have been used for thousands of years as both a spice and a medicinal remedy. What surprises many people is that a dry, whole mustard seed has almost no aroma or heat. The signature fiery punch is only unleashed when the seed is crushed and mixed with a cold liquid. This reaction activates an enzyme called myrosinase, creating the pungent compounds that give mustard its kick.