Mustard Powder

Mustard powder is a finely ground dried form of mustard seeds, most commonly yellow ones. It has a distinctly pungent, sharply aromatic flavour and serves as a convenient spice that eliminates the need to grind whole seeds. In the kitchen it is added to sauces, dressings, marinades, pastry doughs, or cheese dishes such as mac and cheese. Mixed with water, vinegar and other ingredients, it forms the base of homemade mustard. Unlike whole seeds, its aroma is released immediately and blends evenly into the dish. The powder is popular in British and American cooking, where it often substitutes prepared mustard in recipes.