DIY Mustard

DIY Mustard

Making your own mustard is surprisingly easy and allows you to experiment with new flavors. A great idea for a bbq or special event - for best results make ahead 4-5 days.

Ingredients

Prairie-Style Yellow Mustard

  • 6 tbsp Mustard seed (dried, whole)
  • 2/3 cup Mild/Pale Ale or beer of your choice (we used Two Brothers Prairie Path)
  • 3 tbsp Apple cider vinegar
  • 1/2 cup Mustard flour
  • 2 tsp Sea salt
  • 1 tsp Turmeric (optional - adds a nice yellow color and a more complex flavor)
  • 1/4 cup Diced fresh herbs (ie dill, thyme – optional)

Caraway Ale Mustard

  • 1/3 cup Mustard seed (dried, whole)
  • 2/3 cup Bitter Ale or beer of your choice (we used Goose Island Honkers Ale)
  • 1/3 cup Apple cider vinegar
  • 3/4 tbsp Mustard flour
  • 1/3 tsp Sea salt
  • 3/4 tbsp Toasted caraway seeds (toast in a sautee pan over medium heat)
  • 1/4 cup Onion (diced, fresh)
Instructions
  • Combine whole mustard seed, beer and vinegar in a mason jar or non-reactive container. The temperature of the beer and vinegar will have an effect on the finished product. Cold liquid = spicier mustard.
  • Leave to soak on the counter for 36-48 hours.
  • Sautee diced onion (for yellow mustard).
  • Combine all ingredients in a blender, blend to desired consistency.
  • Return to mason jar, keep refrigerated.
  • Let your mustard sit for another 2-3 days after blending to mellow out.
  • Serve and enjoy!