Yellow mustard or mustard seed is the seed of the white mustard that is harvested before it ripens. It is a tiny odorless seed with a yellow color and hard texture.

The taste initially resembles that of sesame, leaving a slightly bitter flavor in the aftertaste.

Mustard seed is used:

• For making mustard.
• In pickles and preserves.
• In curry and sauces.

It is ground into a powder and pairs well with dressings for green salads, in potato salads, and in meat, poultry, seafood, and red sauce recipes.