Whole Yellow Mustard Seeds (Sinapis alba)
- USDA Organic
General Information:
Like other plants in the Brassica family (cabbage, broccoli, etc.), the mustard plant is a rich source of nutrients, as well as a class of antioxidant compounds collectively known as isothiocyanates. Yellow mustard seed comes from the white mustard plant (Sinapis alba), a species original to the Mediterranean region and cultivated in the U.S. as a food and forage crop.
Yellow mustard may be famous today as a ball park condiment, but the spice has a long history as both a food and medicine. Yellow mustard seeds are one of the most popular and widely used varieties of mustard, and they are an important herb in many cultures worldwide. Despite a pungent bite, they are milder than their close relative, brown mustard, and are usually substituted when a less piquant flavor is wanted. Yellow mustard seed powder is often used to season regional culinary dishes such as hollandaise dressing, soups, sauces, marinades, and various spice rubs.
Our yellow mustard powder is ground from organically cultivated Brassica alba seeds. Besides its use in culinary applications, yellow mustard seed powder can also be employed for its wellness supporting qualities. Various traditional herbal practices utilize the spice both internally and externally for its healthful properties ranging from botanical infusions to foot soaks and herbal baths. Greek physician Dioscorides first described a topical mustard plaster almost two thousand years ago and it remains a popular folk remedy today.
Typical Uses:
Yellow mustard seed powder is a key ingredient in many homemade condiments and can also be used in a diverse array of culinary dishes. The powder can be added to body care recipes, including herbal baths, foot soaks, and massage oils for warming heat.
Precautions:
-No known precautions.
-We recommend that you consult with a qualified healthcare practitioner before using herbal products, particularly if you are pregnant, nursing, or on any medications.
*All herbs are sold by weight. You may choose to have your herbs packaged individually in (1) ounce bags or in a bulk bag if you choose qty (2+) of any herb!*
*This information has not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. For educational purposes only.*