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Home » Condiments » Whole Grain Dijon Mustard

Whole Grain Dijon Mustard

Published: Oct 19, 2020 · Modified: Mar 10, 2023 by Arlene Mobley · This post contains affiliate links. As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases.

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If you love the thick and spicy flavor of whole grain mustard you are going to want to make this amazingly easy homemade Whole Grain Dijon Mustard recipe.

You won't believe how easy it is to make. 3 simple steps and 6 simple ingredients to the best whole grain Dijon mustard you have ever tasted.

a wide mouth jar filled with whole grain Dijon mustard
Homemade Whole Grain Dijon Mustard

This homemade mustard recipe is very easy to make.

I have made a homemade Dijon Mustard recipe that needed to be processed in a hot water bath canner.

It tastes amazing but I needed an easier version of homemade Dijon mustard I could make that didn't require all the steps to make a shelf stable and preserved by canning Dijon mustard recipe.

The other mustard recipe required canning equipment and I am sure most of you probably don't have those supplies on hand.

The great thing about that processed Dijon mustard recipe is that you can make one batch of about 6 jars and store the mustard in the cabinet for 18 months.

You can't do that with this whole grain mustard recipe.

This mustard recipe makes about 3 cups of grainy mustard and needs to be refrigerated.

An open jar of grainy Dijon mustard and in the background is a small plate with a hot dog on a bun topped with sauerkraut and mustard
How To Make Whole Grain Dijon Mustard

To make this easy Whole Grain Dijon Mustard recipe you only need a few ingredients, a bowl or quart mason jar, and a stick blender or food processor to blend the mustard ingredients to a spreadable consistency.

It's up to you whether you end up with very grainy Dijon mustard or smooth Dijon mustard. I like to use a grainy mustard for certain foods like a hot dog with sauerkraut.

3 Steps To Make Dijon Mustard

Step 1: Mix the 6 mustard ingredients together in a bowl.

Whole Grain Dijon Mustard ingredients in a glass bowl
Whole Grain Dijon Mustard Ingredients

Step 2: Soak the ingredients.

soaked or fermented mustard seeds in a bowl

Step 3: Blend the mustard ingredients.

blending mustard in a food processor

That's all there is to making homemade grainy mustard at home.

Mustard is one of those condiments that everyone has in their refrigerator and only pulls out when they are eating a ham sandwich, hot dog, or sausage on a bun.

But what if you could make an amazing homemade spicy mustard that is so good you will find yourself reaching for it instead of all of the other condiments you have in the refrigerator?

This easy whole grain Dijon mustard recipe is delicious spread on a sandwich, burger or used to make the best honey mustard for chicken wings.

homemade grainy mustard in a jar
Homemade Grainy Mustard

FAQ

How long does homemade Grainy Dijon Mustard last?

Homemade grainy Dijon mustard will last up to six months in the refrigerator when properly stored in an airtight glass container.

What is good to eat with spicy Dijon Mustard?

Homemade Grainy Dijon Mustard can be served with any food that pairs well with yellow mustard. It pairs well with ham, hot dogs, and sausage.

Equipment & Supplies

  • Mustard Seeds: You will need brown mustard seeds and yellow mustard seeds
  • Glass bowl or large jar: A glass container is recommended when making homemade mustard so the ingredients during the soaking/fermenting time do not have a reaction to a metal or plastic container changing the flavor.
  • Blending the mustard: a stick blender, small food processor or blender is needed to grind the whole mustard seeds into smaller bits.
Overhead photo of a food processor  filled with Dijon mustard ingredients before blending
Blending Dijon Mustard

Recipe Prep

The most difficult part of making homemade Whole Grain Dijon Mustard is finding the mustard seeds.

You will probably need to order brown and yellow mustard seeds online.

You will need four tablespoons of each the brown and yellow mustard seeds. This doesn't sound like much and you could probably buy multiple bottles on the spice aisle but you are going to pay a lot more buying it that way. It is cheaper to buy a pound of each type of mustard seed online.

Plus you will have plenty of mustard seeds left over so you can make this recipe again and trust me you will want to make this recipe again.

Whole Grain Dijon Mustard ingredients in a glass bowl
Whole Grain Dijon Mustard Ingredients

Dijon Mustard Ingredients

  • ½ cup white wine (I used Pinot Grigio)
  • ½ cup white wine vinegar
  • 4 tablespoons brown mustard seeds
  • 4 tablespoons yellow mustard seeds
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 2 teaspoons granulated white sugar
  • ½ cup plus 1 tablespoon water

Instructions

  1. Measure the white wine and the white wine vinegar into a glass container (I used a bowl)
  2. Add the 4 tablespoons of brown mustard seeds and 4 tablespoons of yellow mustard seeds to the bowl. Measure the sugar and the Kosher salt into the bowl.
  3. Use a plastic spoon or silicone spatula to stir the mustard ingredients.
  4. Place a piece of plastic wrap or cheese cloth over the top of the bowl. Place the bowl on the counter and let the mustard ingredients ferment for 48 hours.
  5. After 48 hours pour the fermented mustard ingredients into a small food processor or blender. Pulse the mustard seeds to combine them with the liquid. Begin to slowly add the water to the mixture a little bit at a time. Pulse between each addition until the grainy mustard is the consistency that you like.
  6. If after adding all of the water if you still want a thinner less grainy mustard continue adding water 1 teaspoon at a time and blending. Do not add too much water though. Grain brown mustard should be very thick and spreadable.
  7. Pour the Whole Grain Dijon Mustard into a glass jar and refrigerate. (SEE NOTES)
  8. Homemade mustard will last up to 6 months if stored and refrigerated properly.

There you have it! I told you it was easy to make homemade grainy mustard at home. Now go make a thick ham sandwich or grill some sausage on the grill. You deserve a treat today!

Homemade grain mustard in a large bowl
Homemade grain mustard

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Homemade Grainy Dijon Mustard in a glass jar with a plate in the background with a hot dog and sauerkraut spread with grainy Dijon Mustard

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Arlene Mobley - Flour On My Face
This easy French-style Grainy Dijon Mustard recipe does not require any special equipment. If you love grainy spicy mustard this homemade mustard recipe is for you. It is made with whole yellow and brown mustard seeds that are soaked in white wine and white wine vinegar. This homemade mustard is delicious on a corn beef sandwich, hot dog or sausage. It will become your go to homemade condiment. Use it to make the best honey mustard dip for wings.
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Prep Time 2 days d
Cook Time 0 minutes mins
Blending 5 minutes mins
Total Time 2 days d 5 minutes mins
Course Condiment
Cuisine American
Servings 48 Servings
Calories 9 kcal

Ingredients  

  • ½ cup white wine (I used Pinot Grigio)
  • ½ cup white wine vinegar
  • 4 tablespoons brown mustard seeds
  • 4 tablespoons yellow mustard seeds
  • ½ teaspoon Kosher salt
  • 2 teaspoons granulated sugar
  • ½ cup plus 1 tablespoon water
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Instructions 

  • Measure the white wine and the white wine vinegar into a glass container (I used a bowl)
  • Add the 4 tablespoons of brown mustard seeds and 4 tablespoons of yellow mustard seeds to the bowl. Measure the sugar and the Kosher salt into the bowl.
  • Use a plastic spoon or silicone spatula to stir the mustard ingredients.
  • Place a piece of plastic wrap or cheese cloth over the top of the bowl. Place the bowl on the counter and let the mustard ingredients ferment for 48 hours.
  • After 48 hours pour the fermented mustard ingredients into a small food processor or blender. Pulse mustard seeds to combine them with the liquid. Begin to slowly add the water to the mixture a little bit at a time. Pulse between each addition until the grainy mustard is the consistency that you like.
  • If after adding all of the water you still want a thinner less grainy mustard continue adding water 1 teaspoon at a time and blending. Do not add too much water though. Spicy brown mustard should be very thick and spreadable.
  • Pour the Whole Grain Dijon Mustard into a glass jar and refrigerate.
  • Makes about 3 cups. 

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Recipe Expert Tips

  • Glass bowl or large jar: A glass container is recommended when making homemade mustard so the ingredients during the soaking/fermenting time do not have a reaction to a metal or plastic container changing the flavor.
  • Blending the mustard: a stick blender, small food processor or blender is needed to grind the whole mustard seeds into smaller bits.
  • How long does it last?: Homemade mustard will last up to 6 months if stored and refrigerated properly.
  • Storing: To help your mustard last longer put about a ½ cup to 1 cup of mustard in one container and the remaining mustard in another container. When serving use the smaller container to serve. This will prevent the large batch of mustard from being contaminated. 

Nutrition

Serving: 1TablespoonCalories: 9kcalCarbohydrates: 1gProtein: 1gFat: 1gSaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 25mgPotassium: 11mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 3mgIron: 1mg
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  1. Mcl

    May 05, 2024 at 8:43 am

    1 star
    Used food processor without adding any water and it's just liquid, doesn't form into mustard at all.

    Reply
    • Arlene Mobley

      May 06, 2024 at 9:24 am

      Hi Mary sorry to see you had a problem with the recipe. Sounds like you may have made a mistake when measured some of the ingredients or possibly tried to adjust the recipe to make a different amount of mustard. Try again following the recipe and I am sure it will work. Some recipes can not be adjusted and should be made following the direction exactly.

      Reply
  2. Sharon

    February 22, 2024 at 10:16 am

    Can this recipe be doubled?

    Reply
    • Arlene Mobley

      February 23, 2024 at 3:04 pm

      Hi Sharon. Yes this recipe can be doubled. Just make sure you use a large enough bowl or container when soaking the mustard seeds. They swell slightly. You wouldn't want it to overflow and waste the ingredients. Arlene

      Reply
  3. Michele Michael

    November 01, 2020 at 3:56 pm

    Pinned. I can't believe it's that easy to make Grainy Mustard. So excited to try. Thx for posting for Funtastic Friday.

    Reply
    • Arlene Mobley

      November 01, 2020 at 11:05 pm

      Michele

      Yes it really is that easy.

      Reply
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