Whole brown mustard seeds bring a pungent kick that mellows to a warm, nutty note when fried.Brassica juncea sits between yellow and black mustard on the heat scale and is a staple of Indian, Bengali, and South Asian cooking.
At a glance
Whole seeds from Old Town Spice Shop
Botanical: Brassica juncea
Pungent raw, nutty when bloomed in oil
Sizes from 2 oz bag to 5 lb bulk
Long pantry shelf life
Best for
Tempering oil for Indian dals and curries
Bengali fish and vegetable dishes
Pickling spice blends
Whole-grain mustard preparations
Dijon-style mustard making
Spice rubs and brines
How to use
Bloom seeds in hot oil until they pop to release their nutty character, or crush them into pastes and mustards.
About Old Town Spice Shop
Old Town Spice Shop stocks whole and ground spices, herbs, and blends for home cooks and professionals.
