What Is Dry mustard and How Can I Use It?

Here's everything worth knowing about dry mustard and how to pick it, what it is, how to store it, and what to use instead, plus 841 recipes to cook tonight.

What is dry mustard?

Mustard is often used at the table as a condiment on meat.

It is also used as an ingredient in mayonnaise, vinaigrette, marinades and barbecue sauces. It can also be used as a base for salad dressing when combined with vinegar and/or olive oil.

Mustard is a popular accompaniment to hot dogs, pretzels, and Bratwurst.

Mustard also acts as an emulsifier which can stabilize a mixture of two or more un-blendable liquids such as oil and water. Added to Hollandaise sauce, mustard can reduce the possibility of curdling.

Dry mustard, typically sold in cans, is used in cooking and can be mixed with water to become prepared mustard.

Because of its antibacterial properties, mustard does not require refrigeration; it will not grow mould, mildew or harmful bacteria.  It is still recommended to keep mustard refrigerated after opening in order to maintain quality and pungency.

Unrefrigerated mustard will lose pungency more quickly, and should be stored in a tightly sealed, sterilized container in a cool, dark place.

Nutrition

Quick facts

Where to find dry mustard: Dry mustard is usually found in the spices section or aisle of the grocery store or supermarket.

Food group: Dry mustard is a member of the Spices and Herbs US Department of Agriculture nutritional food group.

In Chinese

干芥末

British (UK) term

dry mustard

en français

moutarde en poudre

en español

mostaza en polvo

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Recipes using dry mustard

There are 841 recipes that contain this ingredient.

Marinated Pork Chops

Grilled pork chops marinated 6 hours in olive oil, white wine vinegar, garlic, peppercorns, bay leaf, and dry mustard. A simple Mediterranean-style marinade for thick-cut chops.

Asparagus & Arugula Salad with Poached Eggs

This refreshing salad combines tender roasted asparagus, peppery arugula, and perfectly poached eggs for a light yet satisfying dish. A tangy lemon-mustard dressing ties it together, while a slice of crusty whole-grain bread soaks up the flavorful juices and adds fiber. Ideal for brunch or a quick dinner, this salad is both nutritious and delicious.

Classic Tuna Salad

Classic tuna salad with crunchy celery and onion, creamy mayo, tangy dry mustard, and a touch of sweet relish. The quick, crowd-pleasing filling for sandwiches, wraps, or crackers.

Beaumont Bbq Burgers

Beaumont BBQ burgers, browned beef patties simmered in a quick stovetop barbecue sauce of tomato juice, lemon, mustard, and steak sauce. Sloppy-style Texas burger on a sesame bun, ready in 30 minutes.

Salad Dressing

Toss your favorite salad with this delicious dressing that's very quick and easy to make. Put it in an air-tight jar, and store in the refrigerator for up to weeks.

Eggs Florentine Ham & Cheese Cups

These Eggs Florentine Cheese Cups are a satisfying, savory breakfast treat that combines the richness of cheddar and cottage cheese with the hearty flavors of spinach and ham. Freeze and reheat for a quick breakfast during the week.

Spiced Hummus

Spiced chickpea hummus blended with cumin, coriander, ginger, turmeric, and tahini. Food processor makes it silky smooth. Chill before serving with pita or vegetables.

More Power To Ya Meatballs

Smoky barbecue meatballs simmered in a sauce of ketchup, brown sugar, tomato paste, and liquid smoke. A crowd-pleasing party meatball that holds well in the slow cooker.

Cheese Toasties

Quick, easy and tasty. These cheese toasties can be served as breakfast or snack.

Favourite Pot Luck Sweet & Sour Slaw

A great little salad is perfect to be aside with grilled sausages.

Many Spice Chicken Stir-Fry

I hope I added all of spices. Incredible company for chicken which makes it tasteful and aromatic. Thanks, it was exciting to make this dish.

Lulu's Corn Chip Chicken

Lulu's corn chip chicken: chicken breasts brushed with mayo, seasoned, and crusted in crushed corn chips, then baked crunchy. A no-fry, kid-friendly upgrade on shake-and-bake chicken.

Minty Apple Tomato Chutney

No-cook minty apple tomato chutney with Granny Smith apples, ripe tomatoes, bell pepper, raisins, and fresh mint. Cures for ten days into a tangy condiment.

Falafel

Baked falafel patties with chickpeas, tahini, and warm spices. Healthier Middle Eastern vegetarian patties that are crispy outside, tender inside, without deep frying.

Butterfield Stageline Chili

Butterfield Stageline chili: hand-chopped brisket and ground pork simmered slow with green chiles, tequila, beer, and toasted spices. Texas-style crowd feeder.

Curried Spinach Salad

A fresh take on spinach salad. This sweet and savory salad is a wonderful alternative to the bacon and tomato variety.

Cheesy Cheddar Pancakes

Cheesy cheddar pancakes are small, savory egg-yolk and sour cream pancakes loaded with grated cheddar and a kick of dry mustard. Serve hot with bacon or pork sausage for a hearty breakfast.

Do-Ahead Sesame Chicken Wings

Add a new kick to your chicken wings with this delicious recipe that uses a variety of spices to create a wonderful taste.

Crispy Cabbage Slaw

Very crispy like the name, celery seeds worked deliciously well in the coleslaw, and it tasted very refreshing with a bit sweetness and sourness. A great side dish with many main courses.

Bread & Butter Microwave Pickles

This was my grandmother's recipe and it is to die for. It's a twist on the traditional Pickled Cucumber...nom nom =)

Best Beer Cheese Soup

Beer cheese soup blends sharp cheddar with a full bottle of beer, chicken broth, paprika, and Tabasco for a Wisconsin-style pub bowl. Finished with heavy cream and topped with buttered popcorn. The bar-snack take on cream soup.

Rich Green Lentil Salad with Walnut Oil

A lovely rich tasting lentil salad. High in protein, fiber and low in saturated fats.

Mild Guacamole Dip

Brighten up your dinner parties with this delicious dip that goes well with tortilla chips, crackers and even vegetables!

Slow cooker Baked Beans

Bean lovers will love this delicious from-scratch Crockpot baked beans dish that features deep, rich flavors of coffee, molasses, and bacon. Instant Pot Baked beans instructions are also included.

Marinated Pasta Salad

This delicious and refreshing pasta salad is easy to put together, and it's best served after being chilled, perfect on a hot summer day!

Indian Apple Chutney

Indian apple chutney: apples, onion, raisins, and warm spices simmered in malt vinegar with cumin, ginger, and mustard. A sweet-tangy condiment that improves with age in the jar.

Brussels Sprouts Almondine

Almonds are also employed in savory dishes such as couscous, rice, stuffings, chicken, and certain fish such as the classic trout almandine. And of course there's Amaretto, the delicious almond flavored liqueur.

German Potato Salad

German potato salad in a warm, tangy dressing of broth, white wine vinegar, mustard and a touch of sour cream, poured over still-warm sliced potatoes so they soak up every bit. Served at room temperature with fresh dill.

Breakfast Bread Pudding with Sausage/Ham

Breakfast bread pudding with sausage or ham, Swiss cheese, spinach, and a thyme-mustard custard. Make-ahead brunch strata that feeds twelve and bakes in one hour.

Bayou Carlin Cole Slaw

Tangy Louisiana-style vinegar coleslaw with shredded cabbage, grated carrot, green pepper, dry mustard, and a splash of hot sauce. No mayo, no fuss, just a crisp, zesty bayou-style slaw.

Turkey Burgers

We wanted a quick and easy recipe--and this was it. Just as good as any other turkey burger recipe we've tried. I made just 4 big patties, so cooked a few minutes longer than the 3-4 per side it calls for. I kept adding a little more olive oil to the pan to keep them from burning.

Baked Ham

Very pleasing to the eye and the palate. Easy recipe. I used honey instead of maple syrup and cinnamon instead of mustard. Don't use water when there is all that pineapple juice!

Spicy Cowboy Beans

Spicy cowboy beans bake pinto beans with smoked ham, green chilies, brown sugar, and chili powder for a smoky-sweet Tex-Mex baked bean side. A long-simmered chuckwagon classic.

Asian Stir-Fried Spaghetti with Veggies

A twist on a different oriental spaghetti recipe I found created this easy yet flavorful Asian stir-fried spaghetti with veggies for dinner last night!

Egg & Sausage Strata

A scrumptious dish made with succulent pork sausage, green bell peppers and pimentos.

Anniversary Burgers

Anniversary burgers: tender beef patties with horseradish, thyme, and dry mustard, grilled and brushed with melted butter-ketchup baste. Old-school cookout royalty.

My Swedish Meatloaf or Meatballs

Swedish meatloaf or meatballs with milk-soaked oats, ground beef, and warm spices: nutmeg, sage, and dry mustard. Make a loaf or meatballs, then build a pan-drippings cream sauce.

Bronzed Talapia

Tilapia fillets rubbed with a smoky spice blend of paprika, cumin, oregano, and dry mustard, then seared in a screaming-hot skillet until bronzed and crispy. Dinner in 15 minutes.

Curry Lentils & Kale

This hearty and healthy Indian style dish is quick-easy to make, and it's tasty.

Chive Tarragon Deviled Eggs-Easter

These quick and easy deviled eggs are full of flavor. Freshly chopped chives, tarragon, lemon juice, hot pepper sauce and mustard makes a delicious filling. Enjoy these yummy deviled eggs at your Easter's Day!

New England Baked Beans

Traditional comfort food goodness from New England. Go traditional with slow and low oven baking or use your crockpot and let it simmer all day.

Grilled Chicken a L'Orange

Lots of flavor, and the recipe is easy to follow. My family loves this dish. Will be making it again for sure.

Grilled Chicken a L'Orange

Lots of flavor, and the recipe is easy to follow. My family loves this dish. Will be making it again for sure.

Traditional Crockpot Boston Baked Beans

Take a trip to Boston with this savory dish that is best served with bread bowls or dinner rolls.

Cabbage Bacon Salad with Creamy Buttermilk Vinaigrette

Buttermilk vinaigrette and crispy bacon bring this cabbage salad back to life. It's creamy, tasty and flavorful. A delicious way to turn an economical ingredient into a tasty dish.

Dilly Cheese Bisquick Muffins

Quick n' easy cheese muffins with Bisquick baking mix. Swiss cheese and dill work their magic in these breakfast muffins. With sausage or bacon, they turn into a quick brekkie on the run.

Broccoli Shrimp Lasagna

Broccoli shrimp lasagna with creamy Monterey Jack white sauce, layered with cheddar, broccoli, and tender shrimp. A white lasagna for seafood lovers.

Fourth of July Ketchup

Kick up your Independence or Flag day celebration an extra notch by making your own home-made ketchup (catsup) to make your barbecued hot dogs and burgers extra special. This is an easy way to really impress your friends and family and it's much better tasting than store bought varieties.

Crockpot Boston Baked Beans

Introduce a new flavor to your crockpot with this delicious dish made with bacon and dried navy beans.

Old Fashioned Nova Scotian Baked Beans

Old-fashioned Nova Scotian baked beans: dried beans slow-baked for hours with salt pork, onion, molasses, and mustard into deep, sweet-savory comfort. The real Maritime tradition, from scratch.

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