Mustard Powder

Brassica juncea (or Sinapis alba) seeds (ground) Spice

Mustard Powder Spice

At a Glance

  • Category Spice

The Forktionary Angle

"A culinary chameleon that adds a sharp, piquant kick to dressings, rubs, and cheese sauces, and acts as an emulsifier in vinaigrettes when hydrated."

Definition

Finely ground, dried mustard seeds (often a blend of yellow and brown), offering a pungent, spicy, and tangy flavor that activates with liquid.

Emulsifying Property Acts as a natural emulsifier, helping to bind oil and vinegar in dressings.
Flavor Activation Pungency develops when mixed with cold liquid, enzymes convert glucosinolates into volatile compounds.
Heat Deactivation Cooking or hot liquids will dull its sharp pungency, yielding a milder flavor.

Flavor Profile

The primary flavor notes for Mustard Powder are:

Pungent sharp spicy tangy earthy

Chef’s Secret

Whisk a teaspoon of mustard powder into your macaroni and cheese sauce for a subtle depth and tangy counterpoint to the richness, without tasting "mustardy."

Best Substitutes

1:1 prepared mustard

dijon/yellow, adjust liquid

1:1 horseradish powder

very pungent, use less

Buying Guide

Look for a bright yellow color and fine texture. Store in a cool, dark, dry place to retain potency.

Recipes Using Mustard Powder

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