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Spicy Dijon Mustard Sauce

Homemade Spicy Dijon Mustard Sauce for Flavorful Dishes

Elevate your meals with this quick and tangy Spicy Dijon Mustard Sauce.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 1 cup
Course: Food FAQs
Cuisine: American
Calories: 100
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Base Ingredients
  • 0.5 cup Dijon mustard Offers a sharp kick that forms the creamy foundation of the sauce.
  • 0.25 cup honey Adds a touch of sweetness to balance the tangy mustard.
  • 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar Delivers acidity, making the sauce easily spreadable.
Depth of Flavor
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce Infuses the sauce with umami.
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce Introduces saltiness that rounds out the sweet and spicy notes.
Spice and Warmth
  • 0.5 teaspoon cayenne pepper Provides a lingering warmth.
  • 0.5 teaspoon smoked paprika Infuses a smoky essence and vibrant color.
Savory Depth
  • 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder Offers a savory note.
  • 0.5 teaspoon onion powder Adds mild sweetness, enhancing the other spices.
Finishing Touches
  • to taste salt Essential for fine-tuning the sauce's overall taste.
  • to taste freshly ground black pepper Essential for fine-tuning the sauce's overall taste.
  • optional hot sauce For extra heat.
  • to taste fresh parsley A lovely garnish for serving.

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Whisk

Method
 

Preparation Instructions
  1. In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together ½ cup of creamy Dijon mustard and ¼ cup of honey until smooth and well blended.
  2. Gradually pour in 2 tablespoons of apple cider vinegar while continuously whisking the sauce until fully combined and smooth.
  3. Mix in 1 tablespoon of Worcestershire sauce and 1 tablespoon of soy sauce, whisking thoroughly.
  4. Sprinkle in ½ teaspoon of cayenne pepper, ½ teaspoon of smoked paprika, ½ teaspoon of garlic powder, and ½ teaspoon of onion powder, whisking until even.
  5. Add salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste, mixing well.
  6. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate the sauce for at least 30 minutes.
  7. Before serving, give the sauce a good stir and garnish with finely chopped fresh parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 100kcalCarbohydrates: 27gProtein: 1gSodium: 370mgPotassium: 30mgSugar: 25gIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure the honey is fully incorporated for a smooth consistency. Taste as you go to balance flavors.

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