Spicy mustard in a jar.

Remarkably Easy Homemade Spicy Mustard

This spicy mustard has an extra kick. It is fantastic with roasted meats, pairs extremely well with hearty vegetables, and if you are daring enough – put it on your sandwich.

Chickpea sandwich with spicy mustard.

Chronicles of a Mustard Jar

Growing up, we had a porcelain mustard pot shaped like a peasant woman wearing a babushka-style handkerchief on her head. The figurine had a perpetually sour expression, and I always thought it was because the mustard inside was spicy and pungent, making her grimace.

The pot was almost always full, and it came in handy on those rare occasions when we had hot dogs or sausages. That mustard had a magical way of instantly elevating that dish into a proper meal, without it, I wouldn’t have even touched a hot dog.

This little old lady figurine made the journey across the Atlantic with me and has since become the star vessel for our mustard.

Now, I realize her sour face is simply the artist’s creative expression—unchanging and here to stay. Take a look and judge for yourself.

Vintage Mustard pot with Head of Old Woman.

Why I love these?

  • Made with simple pantry ingredients. All you need is some mustard powder and simple pantry ingredients like black pepper and salt.
  • Perfect Creamy Consistency. This recipe has the perfect consistency; smooth and creamy and thick enough to use as a “sauce” and thin enough to use as a “dressing”.
  • Vegan & Oil-free. This recipe is rich and creamy without any dairy or added oil.  Pure, clean ingredients.
  • Takes minimal effort to make:  I like making a batch of spicy mustard just before holidays. It takes only a few active minutes and you have a kicking homemade sauce ready for the whole season.
  • Long shelf life: A jar of spicy mustard can be stored in the refrigerator for several months. It will loose it potency over time, but it will still be good.

Pantry List

  • Mustard powder: You will need yellow mustard powder.
  • Seasoning: A pinch of salt helps balance the sharpness of mustard, while freshly cracked black pepper adds depth. For a vibrant color boost and extra health benefit, consider adding a dash of turmeric powder.
  • Oil/vinegar: Using olive oil is always the best option. However, sometimes I will use a combination of grapeseed and olive oil. .

Time Required:

  • 5 minutes: To make paste
  • 8-10 hours: To steep and bloom

How to Make Spicy Mustard

Step 1: Re-hydrating the mustard powder

Transfer the mustard powder into a bowl. Gradually add lukewarm water and whisk until you reach a consistency of sour cream.

Add boiling water and set aside. Don’t worry about the excess of water; we are not going to use the whole thing. The boiling water is going to remove some of the bitterness from the mustard.

Step 2: Making the mustard

Loosely cover the bowl and leave the mixture overnight or for at least 8-hours to bloom.

Slowly pour out the extra water, make sure the mustard sediment stays in the bowl.

Add salt, vinegar, and oil, mix all to combine. Transfer into a jar and seal. The spicy mustard is ready to use.

What Goes Well With Spicy Mustard

Jar of mustard with a ham sandwich.

Tips and Wisdom from Cafe Osharak

  • The extra step of adding boiling water to mustard paste is an optional step. This process will remove the extra bitterness from the mustard powder, and at the same time, activate the mustard oil.
  • Safety Tip: Never seal the jar or container tightly during the blooming process! As the mustard oil activates, a chemical reaction releases heat and gases, creating pressure buildup. To prevent cracking or explosions, always allow space for the gas to escape.
Spoonful of mustard with a ham sandwich.

More Recipes to Try From Cafe Osharak

Prep Time:5 minutes
Blooming time:8 hours
Course
Condiment
Cuisine
Armenian

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup Mustard powder
  • 1 cup Water warm
  • 3 cups Water boiling water
  • 1 teaspoon Sugar
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 tablespoon Vinegar
  • 1/2 teaspoon Black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

Instructions

  • Dilute mustard powder with warm water until it reaches the consistency of thick sour cream.
  • Carefully pour boiling water over the above mixture. Leave for 8-10 hours (or overnight).
  • Drain all the water; then add salt, sugar, vinegar, oil, and mix well.

Notes

Step-by-Step Photos: My blog post includes helpful step-by-step photos to help guide you through making this recipe.
  • The extra step of adding boiling water to mustard paste is an optional step. This process will remove the extra bitterness from the mustard powder, and at the same time, activate the mustard oil.
  • Safety Tip: Never seal the jar or container tightly during the blooming process! As the mustard oil activates, a chemical reaction releases heat and gases, creating pressure buildup. To prevent cracking or explosions, always allow space for the gas to escape.

Nutrition

Calories: 675kcal | Carbohydrates: 72g | Protein: 21g | Fat: 39g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 8g | Monounsaturated Fat: 25g | Sodium: 2375mg | Potassium: 1221mg | Fiber: 11g | Sugar: 48g | Vitamin A: 3682IU | Vitamin C: 57mg | Calcium: 228mg | Iron: 8mg
Servings: 1 jar
Calories: 675kcal
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3 Comments

  1. 5 stars
    I’m blown away! It never would have crossed my mind to make our own mustard! This is so creamy, flavorful, and sustainable, and you can tailor to taste–and keep out the junk! Thank you!

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