How to Make Mustard

Are you looking for a great mustard recipe? Mustard is a condiment with almost infinite variations. This page will teach you the basics of how to make mustard and customize it to your taste, as well as providing you with mustard recipes for some common types of prepared mustard.

Mustard can be made in minutes. You'll probably spend more time thinking about what you want to include in your mustard than you will actually making the mustard. Homemade mustard will last about a month in the refrigerator, although the pungency may fade over time.

Basic Mustard Variations

1. Experiment with blending different mustard seeds. Black and brown mustard seeds produce a spicier mustard than yellow (sometimes called white) seeds.
2. Any type of liquid can be used for mustard. Try wine, beer, or fruit juice, in addition to the more traditional water or vinegar
3. Adding spices can perk up your mustard. Try adding 1/4 teaspoon each of salt, allspice, and ginger

About Hot Chinese Mustard

• The mustard served in Chinese restaurants is closer to the consistent of a dipping sauce than a spreadable paste, so you'll need more liquid than for a basic mustard. Using water helps ensure that the mustard is hot and spicy. The components of mustard that create the pungency are alkaline, so adding vinegar or wine (which are acids) would mute the spiciness.http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/547080