Why you'll love this mustard sprouts recipe
- Golden and bright from turmeric.
- Peppery heat from mustard sprouts and seeds.
- Quick weeknight side.
How to grow mustard sprouts
Mustard seed sprouts in 4 to 5 days. Some types, like yellow mustard, turn gel-like when wet, so they grow best on a damp tray or plate. Mist or rinse twice a day. See the mustard seed guide, and buy brown mustard seed from Sprouting.com.
Mustard sprouts recipe tips
- Let the seeds pop before adding the onion.
- Cut florets small so they cook evenly.
- Add sprouts last so they stay fresh and green.
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Mustard Sprout and Cauliflower Stir-Fry With Turmeric
Vegan · Indian-inspired
Ingredients
Stir-fry
- 2 tbsp oil
- 1 tsp black mustard seeds
- 1 tsp cumin seeds
- 1 onion, sliced
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tsp grated ginger
- 1 medium cauliflower (about 700 g), cut into small florets
- ¾ tsp ground turmeric
- ½ tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp salt
- 3 tbsp water
- 1 cup (about 30 g) mustard sprouts
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
Method
- Heat the oil in a large pan over medium-high heat. Add the mustard and cumin seeds. When they pop, add the onion.
- Cook the onion for 4 minutes. Add the garlic and ginger for 1 minute.
- Add the cauliflower, turmeric, chili powder and salt. Toss to coat.
- Add the water, cover and cook for 6 to 8 minutes, stirring once, until the cauliflower is tender-crisp.
- Uncover and cook 2 minutes more to dry and brown slightly.
- Add the mustard sprouts and toss for 1 minute until they just wilt. Finish with lemon juice and serve.
Notes
- Cooking the sprouts for a minute takes the edge off their heat and lowers the food-safety risk.
- Add chickpeas to make it a main dish.
- Swap the sprouts: radish sprouts or mustard microgreens work too.
Seeds in this article
Frequently asked questions
What do mustard sprouts taste like?
Hot and peppery, like a mild wasabi or horseradish. Cooking them briefly softens the heat.
How do you grow mustard sprouts?
Sow mustard seed in a jar or on a tray, rinse or mist twice a day, and harvest in 4 to 5 days. Some mustards gel, so a tray or plate may work better than a jar.
Can I eat mustard sprouts raw?
They're often eaten raw, but raw sprouts carry a food-safety risk. Higher-risk groups should cook them, and Health Canada advises everyone to.
What can I use instead of mustard sprouts?
Radish sprouts, arugula microgreens or a little extra mustard seed for heat.
Written by Michael
A passionate sprouting professional sharing practical tips for growing sprouts and microgreens at home. More about Michael
