Food

Recipes Using Mustard

September 20, 2013

From sharp Dijons to the standard bright yellow French's, mustard has a way of entertaining the palate from start to finish. Here are 28 recipes that incorporate our favorite fridge staple, from braised chicken to bright salads, tender roasted vegetables, and more.

See the RecipeMaura McEvoy

See the RecipeChristopher Hirsheimer

See the RecipeRoger Sherman

See the RecipeRussell Kaye

See the RecipeRussell Kaye

Frying whole spices to release their flavor--a technique known in many parts of India as baghar--is crucial to developing the flavors in this simple dish of cauliflower and tomato. See the recipe for Curried Cauliflower with Tomatoes »James Oseland

Gujarati Cabbage — Simple shredded cabbage is transformed into a fragrant side dish with the addition of cilantro, lime, and an array of spices including turmeric and cumin.James Oseland

This recipe for rabbit cooked in tangy mustard sauce comes from David Tanis, a chef at Chez Panisse in Berkeley, California.Todd Coleman

Pavés du Mail (Pan-Fried Steaks with Mustard Cream Sauce) — After frying these steaks, the pan drippings make an excellent base for a cognac-laced mustard cream sauce.Landon Nordeman

Crab Maison — A popular appetizer at Galatoire's restaurant in New Orleans, this light and satisfying salad is a great lunch with crusty French bread.Anna Stockwell

Creamy Potato Salad with Red Onion — This cool, creamy, classic potato salad is spiked with pickle relish and red onion.Helen Rosner

Classic mayonnaise-based coleslaw is bolstered here by the addition of mustard.Todd Coleman

Salmon in Bengali Mustard Sauce — For this recipe, skinless salmon filets are cooked in a spice-filled mustard sauce.Farideh Sadeghin

Crispy Calamari with Pesto Mayonnaise — Chef Jim Leiken of DBGB in New York City serves pesto-spiked mayonnaise as a dipping sauce for fried calamari, cauliflower, and chickpeas.Todd Coleman

Indian-Style Carrots With Mustard Seeds (Carrot Kari) — These carrots are stewed long enough to concentrate their sweetness; mustard seeds, curry leaves, and chiles provide warm and earthy notes.Todd Coleman

Beer-Battered Onion Rings — A flavorful batter infused with honey, paprika, and lager beer is the secret to these crunchy onion rings.Todd Coleman

A crunchy, mustard-laced bread crumb coating makes a particularly delectable contrast to the sweet and tender meat on pork baby backs. See the recipe for Deviled Baby Back Ribs »Todd Coleman

See the RecipeTodd Coleman

Celery Root Rémoulade — This Parisian bistro staple salad of crisp, raw celery root tossed in a briny mustard aioli makes for a quick and elegant side dish.Landon Nordeman

St. Dill Martini — With mustard seeds, dill sprigs, and a snappy kosher dill set in vodka, the St. Dill is a twist on the classic dirty martini.Helen Rosner

Mustard and White Wine Braised Chicken — An adaptation of a regional French classic, this version swaps out the traditional Dijon in favor of a grainy, seeded mustard.Helen Rosner

Jude's Perfect Potato Salad — A healthy dose of celery seeds and sharp Dijon mustard add a kick to this mashed potato and egg salad. Get the recipe for Jude's Perfect Potato Salad »James Oseland

Lentil and Beet Salad with Lavender-Mustard Vinaigrette — A honey-sweetened dressing of orange juice infused with lavender lends floral notes to a hearty lentil salad.James Oseland

Egg-Topped Ham and Cheese Sandwich (Croque Tartine Parisienne) — A fried egg crowns a decadent sandwich of ham enrobed in bechamel and melted cheese from Oklahoma City's Ludivine restaurant.James Roper

Bacon Caprese Salad — A vinaigrette made with roasted garlic and bacon adds salty, savory flavor to a classic caprese salad.Helen Rosner

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