Is there a way to ferment mustard seeds for homemade mustard?
I have a recipe for mustard that calls for fermented mustard seeds - is there a way to ferment them at home?
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Whey appears to be an agent for lacto-fermenting mustard. This recipe for lacto-fermented mustard describes a process of combining ingredients and then letting them ferment after the recipe is put together by leaving out over a few days.
This recipe for a mustard seed raita uses yogurt as the fermentation ingredient, which means that you would have to use yogurt with active cultures.
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How do you activate mustard seeds?
This powerful enzyme isn't activated until it's submersed in a water-based liquid. That's why, when making a prepared mustard, soaking the seeds for at least a day is necessary to achieve that signature mustard flavor.How do you preserve mustard seeds?
Store whole mustard seeds in airtight containers in a cool, dry place up to one year; ground and powdered mustard up to six months.How do you make mustard from dry mustard seeds?
Using a mortar and pestle is a time-honored way to grind mustard seed into powder. Mustard seeds can be ground in a blender, but a coffee grinder works much better. You can, of course, use a mortar and pestle and do as the ancients did: sift the powder through a piece of fine silk.How do you process mustard seeds?
Soak seeds for a day or two in a jug of cold water. Once the seeds are swollen and softened, bung them into a food processor, together with the remaining liquid, and whizz up into a coarse mustard. You can strain through a fine sieve if you prefer a smoother texture.More answers regarding is there a way to ferment mustard seeds for homemade mustard?
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There's a reasonably involved text behind the link on home fermentation. Not specific enough an answer for you, sorry. My google-fu was not strong enough for this one. It may help you get started though.
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