What Are Mustard Seeds Called in Hindi?
Mustard seeds are called 'Rai' or 'Raai' in Hindi. There are different types of mustard seeds used in Indian cooking:
Types and Names:
- Black mustard seeds: Kali rai
- Brown mustard seeds: Rai
- Yellow mustard seeds: Peeli rai
Regional Names:
- Gujarati: Rai
- Bengali: Shorshey
- Marathi: Mohori
- Punjabi: Sarson
- Telugu: Avalu
- Tamil: Kadugu
Common Uses in Indian Cooking:
- Tempering (tadka) for dals and curries
- Pickling spice
- Curry base
- Vegetable dishes
- Chutneys and pickles
The most common type in Indian cooking is black mustard seeds (kali rai), which are smaller and more pungent than yellow mustard seeds used in Western cooking.
