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
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See the RecipeRoger Sherman
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See the RecipeRussell Kaye

Curried Cauliflower with Tomatoes

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

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

Rabbit in Mustard Sauce

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)

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

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

Creamy Potato Salad with Red Onion

This cool, creamy, classic potato salad is spiked with pickle relish and red onion.Helen Rosner

Tennessee-Style Mustard Coleslaw

Classic mayonnaise-based coleslaw is bolstered here by the addition of mustard.Todd Coleman
Salmon in Bengali Mustard Sauce

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

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)

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

Beer-Battered Onion Rings

A flavorful batter infused with honey, paprika, and lager beer is the secret to these crunchy onion rings.Todd Coleman

Deviled Baby Back Ribs

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

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

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

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

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

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)

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

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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