Mustard
Mustard is one of the world's most popular hot spices. Mustard seeds were used as a spice already in Ancient Sumer. Currently, for the preparation of mustard mustard powder (dried, defatted and thoroughly ground mustard seeds) is boiled with water and allowed to swell. Then spices (garlic, onion, celery, tarragon, bay leaf, pepper, cinnamon) and diluted wine or apple cider vinegar are added to the resulting mass.
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Application
Most often, mustard is used in German and Russian cuisine. Russian mustard is spicier, and in Europe, a large amount of sugar and other additives are added to it, which makes it taste sweet.
Mustard goes well with almost all meat dishes, and besides, it is an integral part of various marinades, Provencal mayonnaise. She is an excellent emulsifier. This property of mustard is used to create a protective coating during heat treatment of fish, veal and poultry meat. It not only aromatizes the prepared dish, but also makes the meat juicy, tender and soft.
In the light, the properties of mustard, its taste and aroma are quickly lost. That is why it must be stored in a dark place.
Mustard composition and properties
Mustard seeds contain protein, fatty oils, sodium, zinc, iron, calcium, magnesium, potassium and phosphorus. They contain vitamins B and E.
The health benefits of mustard are precisely due to the richness of its chemical composition. For example, it has been proven that mustard is able to regulate metabolism, stimulate cell regeneration and growth, and has an effect on the work of the cardiovascular, nervous and muscular systems. In addition, the substances included in it are necessary for the processes of tissue respiration.
The benefits of mustard are well known for normalizing digestion. It enhances intestinal peristalsis and therefore can be recommended for people suffering from atonic constipation. The bactericidal properties of mustard well neutralize the pathogenic microflora in the intestines.
The benefit of mustard is that it, due to its pungent taste and aroma, helps to increase the production of gastric juice, improves digestion and induces appetite.
The results of the studies have shown that people who regularly eat mustard in small doses are practically not susceptible to the development of calculous cholecystitis.
Nutritional value and calorie content of mustard
100.0 g of mustard powder contains:
- Carbohydrates - 10.0 g;
- Fat - 40.0 g;
- Proteins - 5.0 g.
The calorie content of mustard is 417.5 kcal per 100.0 g of powder.
It should be borne in mind that the calorie content of mustard in the form of a seasoning will be slightly higher, because sugar and vegetable oil are added to it.
Mustard can be used not only as a tasty and spicy condiment. The benefits of mustard appear in other cases:
- It easily copes with the most dirty and greasy dishes, better than any detergent;
- Perfect for washing hair. At the same time, it not only cleanses the hair and scalp, but also nourishes them;
- Mustard masks remove the oily sheen of the skin, improve its blood circulation, give it an even and beautiful color;
- Mustard wraps allow you to get rid of cellulite and lose a couple of kilograms of excess weight.
Mustard harm
Like any
other food product, mustard can be not only useful for a person, but also harmful. For some people, even a small amount of mustard can lead to insomnia. Therefore, it is not recommended to eat this seasoning during dinner.
Essential oils contained in mustard are quite strong allergens. People suffering from allergic diseases should not abuse the seasoning, and it is best for them to completely abandon the use of mustard altogether. Also, you should not use mustard for patients with gastritis and gastric ulcer and duodenal ulcer.
Of course, speaking about the dangers of mustard, we do not forget about its benefits. But in everything, especially in nutrition, it is important to show a sense of proportion. If this seasoning is not eaten every day, in small quantities, and in no case on an empty stomach, then it will have a beneficial effect on your body. Excessive consumption of mustard will very quickly lead to the development of diseases of the gastrointestinal tract.
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