Mustard

Mustard seeds are the small round seeds of various mustard plants. The seeds are usually about 1 to 2 millimetres in diameter and may be colored from yellowish white to black. Grinding and mixing the seeds with water, vinegar, or other liquids creates the yellow condiment known as prepared mustard. It is a rich source of essential oils, minerals, and vitamins. It has been grown as a herb in Asia, North Africa, and Europe for thousands of years. The leaves and swollen leaf stems of mustard plants are also used, as greens, or potherbs. It has been adapted into many different cuisines by many different cultures. Egyptian pharaohs stocked their tombs with mustard seeds to accompany them into the afterlife