Chinese mustard
Definition
Noun 1. A very hot prepared mustard: A pungent, spicy condiment made from the seeds of certain mustard plants, specifically associated with a strong, intense flavor profile. 2. An Asiatic mustard used as a potherb: A type of mustard plant, Brassica juncea, native to Asia, whose leaves are cooked and eaten as a vegetable.
Usage and Examples
- As a condiment:
- The sandwich needs some extra kick; could you pass the Chinese mustard?
- This recipe for egg rolls calls for a dipping sauce made with Chinese mustard and soy sauce.
- As a plant/vegetable:
- In the garden, we are growing Chinese mustard for its flavorful greens.
- The stir-fry included fresh Chinese mustard, garlic, and ginger.
Advanced Usage
- The term can specify the particular cultivar or preparation style that yields an exceptionally sharp, sinus-clearing heat compared to milder yellow or Dijon mustards.
- When referring to the plant, it may also be known by specific variety names (e.g., Southern Giant Curled Mustard).
Variants and Related Words
- Mustard greens: A common name for the leafy vegetable from the same plant ().
- Brown mustard: Often refers to the seeds of used to make spicy mustard.
- Hot mustard: A general term for prepared mustard with a high level of pungency, which may include Chinese mustard.
Synonyms
- For the condiment: hot mustard, prepared mustard, spicy mustard.
- For the plant: mustard greens, leaf mustard, Indian mustard, .
Related Phrases
- While not a phrasal verb, the term is frequently part of descriptive phrases like "Chinese mustard paste" or "Chinese mustard greens."
Noun
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very hot prepared mustard
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Asiatic mustard used as a potherb
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