Mustard sprouts are grown from mustard seeds, which are soaked and repeatedly rinsed and drained. They have a spicy, savory flavor and can be mixed with other sprouts to create custom mixes. Sprouts can be eaten raw or added to cooked foods for flavor and crunch.
Sprouts are seeds that have sprouted and started to grow, but have not developed into mature plants. Seeds that are commonly sprouted are alfalfa, clover, beans, radish, and mustard, but many other types of seeds are also used to produce sprouts. Mustard sprouts grow from mustard seeds, and the flavor of the sprouts depends on the type of seeds being sprouted. There are several types of mustard seeds commonly used for germination; which one to use is usually a matter of personal taste.
When growing mustard sprouts the seeds need to be soaked, then repeatedly rinsed and drained, usually about three times a day. Some mustard seeds are quite small and can be difficult to handle, but if they are drained through several layers of cheesecloth, they won’t be lost. Once the seeds have germinated and sent out little roots, they should be kept in a bright, sunny location so they are green. The shoots that don’t get sunlight are pale and the leaves are usually yellowish rather than green, but they’re fine for eating and some people even prefer them.
Each type of sprout has its own unique flavor, and the seeds are commonly mixed together to create a custom sprout mix. Mustard sprouts in general have a spicy, savory flavor. Oriental mustard seeds grow in warm sprouts, like horseradish. Brown mustard greens are very spicy, but not as hot as oriental ones. The yellow mustard sprouts are very flavorful, but not as hot as the other two.
Mustard sprouts mix well with other varieties, such as radish and onion for a hot mix, or clover and alfalfa to make a crunchy salad mix with a little spice. The mixed seeds are sprouted in the same way as mustard sprouts alone, with repeated rinsing followed by time in between to allow for growth. The most important thing when creating a mix is to make sure all the seeds germinate at the same time as the mustard seeds.
Sprouts can be eaten in many ways. Beyond eating them plain, raw sprouts add flavor and crunch to sandwiches and salads. They can also be used to add their unique spicy flavor to cooked foods such as soups and casseroles. By mixing mustard sprouts with whole grains and special flours, you get unique and flavorful breads.
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