Homemade Dijon-Style Mustard Recipe with Juniper Berries
A classic homemade Dijon-style mustard provides a piquant and versatile condiment.
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Instructions
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Combine mustard powder and water in a bowl to form a paste; set aside.
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In a saucepan, simmer vinegar, wine, onion, shallots, garlic, bay leaf, peppercorns, and juniper berries until reduced by two-thirds. Strain and chill the reduction.
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Stir the chilled reduction into the mustard paste, then add lemon juice, salt, and sugar. Let the mixture stand for 20 minutes.
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Simmer the mustard mixture in a saucepan over low heat for 15 minutes, then allow it to cool.
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Transfer to a sterile jar, seal, and store in a cool, dark place for 1 to 6 weeks to allow flavors to infuse.