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January 15, 2021

Seriously Whole Grain Mustard: An easy all-purpose condiment that is sure to impress!

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Seriously Whole Grain Mustard is the perfect condiment for charcuterie.

This whole seed mustard was one of the first products I created when I started Smokey Ridge Charcuterie. It continued to be one of our most popular condiments at The Farm Table for years. This mustard is all about texture and visual appeal. The mustard seeds have the popping texture of caviar and the multicolored little seeds add so much to the presentation of any dish. This mustard is not spicy or pungent. I use it on its own and as a building block to many other sauces, and salad dressings.

I purchase my mustard seeds from SFHerbs.com. Their prices are great (about $2.50/pound of mustard seeds), as is their quality, and they have a great assortment of spices, teas, and salts that you may want to add to your shopping cart. I’m sure you could find them on Amazon and Nuts.com as well.

This recipe is scaled for 1 lb of mustard seed which seemed like the most usable quantity for the home. It still makes 8 cups which is a pretty big batch and will last you a while or be enough to share with friends.

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Seriously Whole Grain Mustard Recipe

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  • Author: Kara Taylor- Home Cooks Guide
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 45 minutes
  • Total Time: 55 minutes
  • Yield: 2 quarts 1x
  • Category: Condiment
  • Method: Stove top
  • Diet: Vegan
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Description

This Whole Seed Mustard is a beautiful and versatile condiment that adds texture to any dish.


Ingredients

Scale

1 lb (4.5 cups) Whole Mustard Seed.  Either all yellow seeds or mixed mostly yellow with some brown seed.

1 cup white wine vinegar

1 cup white vinegar

2 1/4 cup water

1/3 cup sugar

1/4 cup honey

3 3/4 teaspoons salt


Instructions

Rinse the mustards in several changes of water.

Combine the seeds with all other ingredients.  Soak overnight or for a couple of days.

Bring the mixture to a boil.  

Transfer to sterile storage containers and refrigerate.  This mustard will last for months in the fridge.  Alternatively, you could transfer to sterile 8 oz canning jars and process in a water bath for 15 minutes (at sea level).  Adjust processing time for your altitude.


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Notes

Some Variations to try:

Substitute sugar for lavender sugar

Add jalapeno or other spicy peppers

Add dry mustard powder

Add tarragon or other herbs

Stir mix this whole grain mustard with dijon for a spicier condiment with a great mustard seed texture.

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Filed Under: Budget Bites (under $2), Condiments, Accoutrements, Pickled Things, Dairy Free, Entertaining, Gluten Free, Kid Friendly, Pantry and Prep Staples, Uncategorized Tagged With: appetizers, charcuterie, condiment, paté, whole seed mustard

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  1. Melinda Fewless says

    January 17, 2021 at 1:26 pm

    I had never thought to make this at hone but it was wonderful!

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  2. Jesse says

    January 17, 2021 at 1:49 pm

    This homemade mustard was absolutely delicious on our mashed potatoes and it was so easy to make. We love it!

    Reply
  3. Cyndy says

    January 17, 2021 at 1:56 pm

    What a great idea. I have made homemade smooth mustard but this is even easier and really perfect for pate and a charcuterie board. Thanks!

    Reply
  4. Jere Cassidy says

    January 17, 2021 at 6:56 pm

    I have never seen a recipe for mustard and this recipe is really interesting and amazingly easy. Glad you posted this.

    Reply
  5. veenaazmanov says

    January 17, 2021 at 8:20 pm

    Thanks. Such a useful recipe and homemade sounds the best. I have to stock my kitchen too and make the best recipes ever.

    Reply
  6. Jenn says

    January 24, 2021 at 10:43 am

    I wanted to make my own charcuterie board and I wanted whole grain mustard with it and of course couldn’t find any at the store. Let me tell you, your recipe was EASY and delish! I’ll never buy over-priced jars again!

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  7. Marlynn says

    January 24, 2021 at 10:45 am

    Such a delicious addition to our charcuterie boards! Thanks for the yummy recipe.

    Reply
  8. Beth Sachs says

    January 24, 2021 at 11:06 am

    I use wholegrain mustard a lot in my cooking but have never made my own before. Will try this out soon.

    Reply
  9. Andrea Metlika says

    January 24, 2021 at 12:04 pm

    Homemade is the best and this mustard looks incredible. I like that it makes a lot so I can share with my family.

    Reply
  10. Chrissie Baker says

    January 24, 2021 at 12:16 pm

    Oooh I’ve always been intruiged by making mustard and this looks fab!

    Reply
  11. Beau says

    February 18, 2025 at 12:11 am

    Mine is still very watery after sitting in the fridge for days. When I bring it to a boil should it stay boiling for any amount of time? I did let it sit for over 24 hours before boiling.

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