Honey mustard is a beloved condiment that can add flavor and depth to a variety of dishes. It’s a combination of sweetness from honey and tanginess from mustard, making it a perfect balance of flavors.
Another advantage of making honey mustard at home is that you can control the ingredients and customize the flavor to your liking. You can use different types of mustard (Dijon, whole grain, etc.), add spices or herbs, and adjust the sweetness. This allows you to make a healthier version of the condiment that suits your taste buds.
The use of local and raw honey in homemade honey mustard also has its benefits. Raw honey has antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties, making it a superfood for our bodies. It’s also rich in antioxidants, which can help boost our immune system. Locally sourced honey is also said to help alleviate allergies because it contains small amounts of local pollen. So not only are you getting a tasty condiment, but you’re also nourishing your body in the process.
On the other hand, store-bought honey mustard can be filled with hidden dangers. One of the main concerns is the presence of yellow dye. Yellow dye, also known as tartrazine, is a synthetic dye that is often used to give mustard a bright yellow color. However, studies have shown that this dye can have harmful effects on our health, including causing hyperactivity in children and triggering allergic reactions. It can also be linked to learning and behavioral problems in both children and adults.
In addition, some commercially made honey mustards may have a high sugar content and use processed honey, which has been heated and pasteurized, stripping it of its beneficial properties. This can result in a condiment that is not only less healthy but also lacks the delicious taste of homemade honey mustard.
Honey Mustard
Ingredients
- 1/3 cup Dijon mustard you can use whole grain as well. Just make sure that if you are not making your own mustard there are no harmful dyes in the store bought mustard.
- 1/3 cup Mayonaise
- 1/3 cup Pure unfiltered honey
- 1 tbsp yellow mustard
- 1 tbsp White wine vinegar
- pinch of salt and pepper
- 1/4 tsp Cayenne pepper optional
Instructions
- Whisk all ingredients in a small dish until smooth.
- Put into an air-tight container and store in the refrigerator for up to 4 weeks.