How To Make Mustard Food

BASIC COUNTRY MUSTARD

Steps:

• Grind the whole mustard seeds for a few seconds in a spice or coffee grinder, or by hand with a mortar and pestle. You want them mostly whole because you are using mustard powder, too.
• Pour the semi-ground seeds into a bowl and add the salt and mustard powder. If using, add one of the optional ingredients, too.
• Pour in the water or beer, then stir well. When everything is incorporated, let this sit for up to 10 minutes. The longer you let it sit, the mellower the mustard will be. When you're ready, pour in the vinegar.
• Pour into a glass jar and store in the fridge. It will be runny at first. Don't worry, it will thicken up overnight. Wait at least 12 hours before using. Mustard made this way will last a year in the fridge.

HOW TO MAKE MUSTARD

Steps:

• Combine ingredients of chosen mustard in a stainless steel bowl. Cover and let stand for 2-3 days.Pour the mixture in a blender and blend until smooth and a little grainy. Add 1 tablespoon water if the mustard is too thick. Add water a tablespoon at a time until you reach your desired thickness.Note: The mustard will keep for up to 6 months refrigerated in an airtight container.

BEST MUSTARD EVER

Steps:

• In a small, microwave-proof bowl whisk together the dry mustard, brown sugar, salt, turmeric, paprika and garlic powder. In a separate container, combine the pickle juice, water and cider vinegar and have standing by. Place the mustard seed into a spice grinder and grind for a minimum of 1 minute, stopping to pulse occasionally. Once ground, immediately add the mustard to the bowl with the dry ingredients and add the liquid mixture. Whisk to combine. Place the bowl into the microwave and heat on high for 1 minute. Remove from the microwave and puree with a stick blender for 1 minute. Pour into a glass jar or container and allow to cool uncovered. Once cool, cover and store in the refrigerator for up to 1 month.

CHINESE RESTAURANT STYLE HOT MUSTARD

Steps:

• Whisk mustard, water, and white pepper together in a bowl.

HONEY MUSTARD

Steps:

• Whisk together and chill.

HOMEMADE MUSTARD

Steps:

• Place the mustard seeds, vinegar, white wine and 2 teaspoons of sea salt in a glass bowl and cover with clingfilm. Set aside for 3 days.
• On the third day, place all the ingredients in a food processor, picking the tarragon leaves first, then blitz until smooth. Add a few splashes of water to loosen, if needed.
• Taste, adjust the seasoning if necessary, then store in a sterelised jar - it will keep in the fridge for up to a month.

DIJON MUSTARD

Steps:

• Soak and refrigerate mustard seeds: In a small plastic container or glass bowl (do not use metal), soak the mustard seeds in 5 1/2 ounces of the distilled white vinegar. Cover and set in the refrigerator for 12-24 hours. Soaking allows the mustard seeds to soften and plump up, which will make them break down easier during the blending process.
• Strain the mustard seeds: Using a sieve, strain the mustard seeds, and discard any vinegar. The liquid will be too bitter to use.
• Blend the mustard seeds: Place the strained mustard seeds in a blender. Add the remaining 1 1/2 ounces of distilled white vinegar, white wine, sugar, and salt into the blender as well. Blend at a low setting for 20 seconds, then slowly increase to a high setting and blend for 15 seconds. Scrape down the sides of the blender. The consistency of the mustard will have thickened slightly. Blend at low setting for 15 seconds, slowly increasing to a high setting and blend for 20 to 30 seconds. The consistency will be similar to a thick cake batter. If you prefer a smoother texture, blend for another 20 to 30 seconds at a medium to high setting.
• Chilling and storing the mustard: Transfer the mustard to a glass jar or plastic container and cover and refrigerate for 24 hours. The mustard is quite bitter immediately after blending and needs time for the bitterness to diminish. It will keep for up to 6 months in the refrigerator.

DIJON MUSTARD

Steps:

• Mix all ingredients.

HOT MUSTARD

Steps:

• Combine all ingredients in a small bowl, adding more or less water depending on desired thinness of sauce. Let stand for 10 minutes, then serve as a dipping sauce for Egg Rolls.