Black Mustard Seeds, Seed Type : Hybrid

Black mustard seeds are tiny little strong flavored seeds used most commonly in Indian cooking. They are the most pungent of all mustard seeds. The tiny seeds are dark brown with a slightly reddish hue to some seeds.

Lighter colored sesame seeds are used more in the West and Middle East, and the Black Sesame Seeds are more popular in Far East cuisine. White and Black Sesame Seeds can be used tighter for an attractive accent to any meal. Black Sesame Contain about 60% more calcium than Hulled Sesame Seeds. Black Sesame Seeds are mo re flavor and have a stronger aroma than White or Brown Sesame Seeds. Toasting Black Sesame Seeds release beneficial chemicals as well as enhancing the flavor. Black Sesame Seeds are rich in fatty oil.