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WHAT IS GROUND MUSTARD?

Ground mustard is a fine powder from the ground seeds of a mustard plant and may also be called dry mustard. It is a versatile spice that is popular in traditional French, English, and Indian dishes. Ground mustard has an intense aroma similar to horseradish. It has a sharp, hot, slightly bitter taste that can add depth and complexity of flavors. 

HOW CAN YOU USE GROUND MUSTARD?

Ground mustard can be used to add tangy heat to recipes. It is a great substitute for recipes that call for Dijon or whole-grain mustard. Ground mustard can be added to salad dressings or used as a base for marinades for chicken or pork. It makes a great dry rub for beef or as a seasoning for roasted vegetables. While ground mustard is commonly used in recipes for dressings, marinades, and sauces, you can use it in almost any savory recipe for an added kick. You can make your own ground mustard by grinding mustard seeds in a spice grinder, coffee grinder, or mortar and pestle.

HOW TO GROW MUSTARD PLANTS?

Mustard plants will grow well in most soils but will produce the most seeds in rich, well drained, well-prepared soil with pH of no less than 6.0. Mustard needs full sun. It will thrive if given constant moisture. It prefers cool weather; light frost can even improve the flavor. Harvest the seeds once the seed pods turn brown. The seeds can then be ground into ground mustard.

RECIPE

South Carolina Slaw

(adapted from Southern Living)

Yields 6 cups

139 calories per serving 

221 mg sodium per serving 

INGREDIENTS

• 1 16-ounce bag coleslaw mix
• ½ cup apple cider vinegar
• ¼ cup sugar
• ¼ cup vegetable oil
• 1 ½ tablespoons Dijon mustard
• 2 teaspoons ground mustard
• 1 teaspoon celery seeds
• ½ teaspoon kosher salt
• ½ teaspoon ground black pepper

DIRECTIONS

1. Place coleslaw mix in a large bowl.
2. Whisk together vinegar, sugar, vegetable oil, Dijon mustard, ground mustard, celery seeds, kosher salt, and black pepper in a saucepan until sugar dissolves.
3. Bring mixture to a boil over medium-high heat.
4. Pour dressing over coleslaw mix; toss to coat.
5. Serve immediately.

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Program adapted by: Shakera Williams, DrHSc, MPH, Associate Nutrition & Community Health Agent, LSU AgCenter Northwest Region

Document created by: Cathy Agan, Nutrition & Community Health Agent, LSU AgCenter Northeast Region 

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