Mustard: spicy, sweet, spicy

mustard Vigorous Russian, American sweetish, fruity Italian sweet - what only varieties of mustard does not exist. Mustard seeds have long been used as a spicy condiment. Mustard not only gives the original taste of dishes, but also stimulates the appetite and helps digestion of meat and fatty foods, fights colds and even help to lose weight.

Mustard history

Mustard can be called one of the oldest condiments - there is reason to believe that the mustard seed has been known to mankind for three thousand years BC. The first known recipe savory seasoning seed mustard dates from the year 42 AD.

If the antiquity mustard was not particularly popular in the Middle Ages, no one cook did not do without this seasoning. Particularly famous for the famous to this day in France, Dijon mustard, and mustard balls, which are made in the English town of Tewkesbury - before using them mixed with cider, apple juice, vinegar for aromatic seasonings.

After the discovery of America in Europe, came into vogue outlandish American spices. Mustard for some time has been forgotten, revive its former popularity failed. And only in the XVIII century, when the new recipes of mustard with the addition of capers, anchovies and herbs, mustard has once again become one of the most popular spices in the world.

In Russia, has long favored the French (in particular, the famous Dijon) mustard, and only in the XVIII century in the village of Sarepta mustard began to grow on their own. In an attempt to unravel the mystery of the composition of Dijon mustard, cook tirelessly experimented with the ingredients, adding the seasoning horseradish Horseradish: vigorous root , The pepper, the cloves. Today sareptskaya mustard in Europe called the Russian and highly appreciated by fans of hot spices.

For every taste

mustard Today, there are many recipes for mustard. They are made of different materials, according to various recipes and, consequently, their taste and considerably differs. The raw material for seasonings are three varieties of mustard: white (from it prepare the famous English mustard, besides the seeds with a mild flavor added to marinades and meat dishes); black (very sharp, is the raw material for the legendary Dijon mustard); sareptskaya (has a sharp taste, it is necessary for the preparation of Russian mustard).

The structure consists of milled mustard mustard seeds, vegetable oil, vinegar, salt, sugar, spices. By varying the ratio of ingredients and adding to it new, you can get different varieties of mustard. The best-known varieties:

Dijon mustard. Despite the fact that many centuries Dijon was the center of production of mustard, seasoning, which is called "Dijon", it was invented only in 1850. Cook dishes of black mustard seeds and vinegar is used instead of a sour grape juice. It features such mustard delicate texture, burning taste and a strong aroma;
Bavarian mustard. This is the perfect seasoning for sausages, especially - to the Munich white sausages and wieners. Caramel-sweet and tangy flavor of both grainy mustard blends in perfectly with the other meat dishes;
American mustard. This variety of different spices pronounced sweet taste. Consistency semi-liquid. Well suited to the dishes prepared on the barbecue;
Russian mustard. The seasoning is made with vinegar, it has a yellowish color and a very sharp taste. Good meat, especially fat;
English mustard. This bright mustard has a mild, slightly sour taste. She is very gentle, maloostraya. Along with vinegar it added apple juice or cider;
Sichuan mustard. In contrast to the usual pasty seasoning Sichuan mustard mixed. These are pieces of stalks mustard peppermint filling. Before eating a salty-spicy mustard is usually wiped;
Fruit mustard. This species was invented in Italy, it added honey and fruit. It has a balanced flavor with fruity tones and wine. Suitable for venison, smoked meat and cheese.

Beneficial features

Mustard - seasoning not only appetizing and tasty, but also useful. It stimulates the secretion of gastric juices and, therefore, improves digestion. In addition, mustard helps the body fight infections and effectively warms. For example, it can help to fight the cold: you just pour a little mustard powder in woolen socks and put them on the night. Traditional mustard today are considered to be ineffective, but many generations very successfully treated with them, and after the procedure, patients feel better, took a cough and runny nose.

In addition, the mustard improves circulation, no wonder bath with mustard powder is considered an effective anti-cellulite agent. A massaging mustard infusion into the scalp helps to improve blood circulation and supply of follicles with nutrients: as a result of hair Hair: structure, characteristics of growth and development grow better.

Essential oil of mustard improves metabolism, and even helps to lose weight, subject to a suitable diet. And scientists have suggested that mustard helps in the fight against cancer and heart disease Heart disease - symptoms of heart disease and blood vessels.

Renounce the use of mustard is necessary in all diseases of the gastrointestinal tract, especially when ulcers or colitis. In addition, you need to carefully choose the mustard, preferring natural seasonings with a minimum amount of artificial additives. Ideally, mustard should prepare their own meals in small portions - this condiment is always more useful than produced in an industrial environment, enriched with preservatives and flavor enhancers.

Maria Bykov

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