Rai (100 gm)

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Rai, also known as mustard seeds, is a small, round seed primarily obtained from three types of mustard plants: black mustard or yellow mustard. It is commonly used as a spice in Indian, Mediterranean, and Middle Eastern cuisines.

Characteristics:

  • Size and Color: Rai seeds are small (about 1-2 mm in diameter), with black or brown seeds being slightly smaller than yellow seeds.
  • Flavor: They have a pungent, sharp taste when ground or cooked. The flavor intensifies with cooking and can be mildly spicy to bitter.
  • Texture: When toasted or tempered, the seeds crackle and release their aromatic oils, adding both texture and flavor to dishes.

Culinary Uses:

  • Indian Cuisine: In Indian cooking, rai is often used for tempering, where it is fried in oil to release its flavors and added to dals, curries, and vegetable stir-fries. It is a key ingredient in spice mixes like panch phoran and used in pickling.
  • Other Cuisines: Mustard seeds are also used to make mustard paste (like Dijon mustard), added to salads, and pickled.

Health Benefits:

  • Rich in Nutrients: Mustard seeds contain omega-3 fatty acids, iron, calcium, zinc, and dietary fiber.
  • Medicinal Properties: They are known for their anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties. Rai is also believed to aid digestion and boost metabolism.

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