The vibrant yellow of your hot dog mustard does not come from mustard seeds.
In short: You likely assume the bright yellow color of common mustard comes from the seeds themselves. This video explains why that is a misconception and reveals the actual ingredient responsible for that iconic, bold hue.
While mustard seeds are naturally a dull gray or brown color, the familiar yellow mustard found on hot dogs owes its appearance to an entirely different plant. The striking, bold yellow color is derived from the rootstock of turmeric.
Opens the Intellect+ feed with this card first. Swipe up for the next one.
Sources
- Summary by Intellect · source: Why Mustard is Yellow
To cite this card, link to https://intellectplus.co.uk/app/ideas-why-mustard-is-yellow.
How we source, check and correct cards: Editorial standards.
General information, not professional advice. Spotted an error? Flag the card or see corrections and complaints.
Intellect Plus is a visual educational discovery platform for exploring fascinating facts and ideas. Brain Food, Not Brain Rot. What is Intellect Plus?
