Question

why do mustard seeds crackle in hot oil?

Answer 1

Mustard seeds:

• Mustard seeds are small round seeds of mustard plants.
• They are coloured from yellowish white to black.
• They are used for cooking and medicinal purpose.

Reason for cracking:

• The moisture content in mustard seeds causes them to crackle when placed in hot oil.
• The water in the seeds wants to escape when they are immersed in hot oil, causing them to open suddenly.
• They create a crackling sound because of this.