A good quality mustard oil is almost clear in appearance. A darker color does not necessarily mean it’s good oil. The pungency of the oil is equally important. Also, a good mustard oil should not leave a bitter aftertaste in the mouth. These three factors were the parameters that have helped us choose the top 4 mustard oils.
Now one thing we all must keep in mind is that mustard oil can also cause mild eye irritation. While it is not exactly a desirable feature, it’s actually a good indicator of quality oil. Medium to high levels of eye irritation indicates better quality oil. Similarly, the pungency of oil also indicates a better quality of the oil. These are some of the best mustard oils available online:
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Best Brands Of Mustard Oil Available Online
1. P Mark Mustard Oil
The color of this oil is much lighter compared to other brands. The oil is clear and has no muddy appearance. There is a mild eye irritation caused by this oil which indicated quality oil. The oil retains its mustard flavor even after cooking.
2. Dabur Mustard Oil
This is a cold-pressed natural mustard oil and has no added chemicals. It contains Omega 3 and vitamin E and can be used to all kinds of cooking.
3. Pure And Sure Organic Mustard Oil
The mustard oil by Pure and Sure is certified organic and cold-pressed. It’s made from premium quality mustard seeds that have not been subjected to any chemicals, pesticides or insecticides.
4. Fortune Kachi Ghani Pure Mustard Oil
The color of this oil is a little darker but does not have a bitter aftertaste. It is however a little pungent. Once cooked, the taste of mustard does tend to become mild.
5. Patanjali Fortified Mustard Oil
This mustard oil from Patanjali comes in a quantity of 1 liter. It is well known for its anti-microbial properties and acts as as excellent preservatives for pickles.
Recipe – Chicken Tikka Marination using Mustard Oil
A platter of spicy chicken tikka can be a show stopper in your house parties and celebrations. It is super simple to make and takes very little effort.
Take about half a cup full of mustard oil and heat it slightly. Once the oil is hot, pour it out into a large bowl. To this add about 4 tablespoons or more of red chili powder. Let it sit for a couple of minutes or until the oil is warm but safe to touch. Mix the oil and chili powder well. To this, add hung curd, turmeric, and salt as required. Make sure you don’t add too much hung-curd, about three handfuls should be enough. Mix these well to make a nice, homogeneous marination. Add black salt, cumin powder, coriander powder, chaat masala, garam masala, and very little yellow chili powder. Add some more salt is required and some processed cheese(optional). If you are feeling fancy, feel free to fry and add some cashew nut paste (very little) to the mix. This is your tikka marination.
Let the chicken pieces rest in some lemon juice, ginger garlic paste and nutmeg powder for 15-30 minutes. Then, move it to the tikka marination and mix well. Refrigerate until ready to cook.
Conclusion
Mustard oil is a good choice of oil since it helps reduce bad cholesterol and reduces the risk of coronary heart diseases. It is generally adulterated by adding Argemone oil. This goes against FSSAI guidelines. The mustard oils mentioned here are free of argemone oil.
