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Basic Homemade Mustard

Basic Homemade Mustard

Basic Homemade Mustard

Recipe By Savory Spice Test Kitchen

Yields

1 cup

Prep Time

15 Minutes

Recipe By Savory Spice Test Kitchen

Making homemade mustard couldn't be easier. Use this basic recipe as a base to explore different seasoning options.

Recipe Notes

*The sweetener in this recipe is to balance out the heat from the mustard powder, and does not sweeten the mustard enough to be a honey mustard. Feel free to add more to taste if you like your mustard a little sweeter!

Ingredients


3 oz. water

3 oz. apple cider vinegar

1 to 2 Tbsp. honey or agave*


Options for a seasoned mustard:

Chai Cranberry:


2 Tbsp. dried cranberries

Curry Ginger:



Savory Spice ingredients in this recipe

  • Regular Yellow Mustard Powder

    Our Regular Yellow Mustard Powder blend is a medium-heat dry mustard powder that's quite pungent in flavor. Use seasoning mustard seasoning to make...

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  • Mild Yellow Curry Powder

    Our blend of Mild Yellow Curry Powder is a full-flavored, non-spicy curry powder without any heat. If you prefer curry powder mild & not too ov...

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  • Mayan Sea Salt

    Mayan Sea Salt has a clean appearance and flavor but is also an interesting tie to the ancient Mayan way of life. Straight from the sea to your tab...

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  • Mt. Baker Chai Seasoning

    Bring the flavor of your favorite dessert & baking recipes to bold new heights with our Mt. Baker Chai Seasoning. This chai spice mix tastes be...

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  • Sliced Crystallized Ginger

    Our sliced crystallized ginger has a delicious and sweet, yet sharp flavor. Enjoy as a candied ginger snack, or add crystallized ginger slices to b...

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Directions

Step 1: Reduce mustard

In a non-reactive pot (such as stainless steel), whisk Regular Yellow Mustard Powder with water and vinegar. Slowly and gently bring mixture to a simmer over medium-low heat. Simmer until reduced by half and mixture eaches a mustard consistency.

Step 2: Season and finish

Transfer reduced mustard to a non-metal container and add sweetener, Mayan Sea Salt, and any other seasonings of choice. Mustard can be used right away but it will be pretty potent. To mellow it, let it sit in a cool dark place for 24 to 48 hours then taste for flavor and heat. Refrigerate once desired heat level is reached to maintain desired heat level.