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

1. very hot prepared mustard
2. Asiatic mustard used as a potherb