English Beer Mustard Recipes

ENGLISH BEER MUSTARD

Steps:

• In a glass or pottery bowl, blend the mustard seed, mustard powder and water.
• Let stand for twenty minutes.
• Add the remaining ingredients, then store in the refrigerator, covered, for 48 hours.
• The mustard will seem watery at first but will'set'.
• Do not jar the mustard for at least 2 days, to let the consistency stabilize.
• Stir well.

BEER MUSTARD

Steps:

• Soak brown and yellow mustard seeds with dark beer in a large bowl set in the refrigerator for 24 hours. If the seeds soak up the beer too quickly, add more beer.
• Transfer the soaked mustard seeds to a food processor along with garlic, apple cider vinegar, brown sugar, salt, and black pepper. Pulse until desired consistency is reached.
• Sterilize the jars and lids in boiling water for at least 5 minutes.
• Pack the mustard into the hot, sterilized jars, filling the jars to within 1/4 inch of the top.
• Run a knife or a thin spatula around the insides of the jars after they have been filled to remove any air bubbles.
• Wipe the rims of the jars with a moist paper towel to remove any food residue. Top with lids, and screw on rings.
• Refrigerate the jars of mustard for 2 weeks before using.

BEER MUSTARD

Steps:

• In a jar or glass container with an air-tight lid add the brown and yellow mustard seeds and the beer. Mix well, close the lid and refrigerate. Let seeds soak in the beer for a minimum of 12 hours, 24 recommended.
• Take the soaked mustard seeds out of the refrigerator and set aside. In a non-reactive container mix the vinegar, salt and sugar and stir until all solids are dissolved.
• Add the vinegar solution to the beer soaked mustard seeds. Mix well.
• Transfer the mixture to a food processor and process until you reach the desired consistency. For whole grain, coarse mustard texture about 30 sec to 1 minute. For pasty, smoother consistency continue to process until satisfied.
• Transfer the beer mustard to jars or glass containers with air tight lids and refrigerate. Flavors will continue to develop over time but you can consume the mustard as soon as a day after processing it.
• The mustard will keep well refrigerated for up to three months.

BEER MUSTARD

Steps:

• In a small bowl combine the mustard seeds, lager, and malt vinegar. Cover and soak overnight.
• Strain the liquid and reserve in a separate container.
• Place the soaked seeds in a food processor and pulse 7 to 8 times.
• In a double boiler, place the cracked seeds and add the strained liquid, allspice, pepper, salt, sugar, dry mustard, garlic, and horseradish.
• Cook about 90 minutes, stirring occasionally.
• Remove from heat and let cool, then refrigerate.

MAKE YOUR OWN BEER MUSTARD

Steps:

• Add all ingredients to a small saucepan.
• Stir to combine.
• Bring just to a boil. Remove from heat.
• Ladle into a clean jar.
• Cover and refrigerate overnight before using.
• Keeps in refrigerator for about 3 months.
• * Using less crushed mustard seed yields a milder mustard.

OKTOBERFEST BEER MUSTARD

Steps:

• COMBINE beer and brown mustard seeds in a medium saucepan. Bring to a boil. Remove from heat, cover and let stand at room temperature until seeds have absorbed most of the moisture, about 2 hours.
• PREPARE boiling water canner. Heat jars and lids in simmering water until ready for use. Do not boil. Set bands aside.
• PLACE mustard seeds and remaining liquid in a food processor or blender. Process until chopped and slightly grainy.
• TRANSFER mixture to a large saucepan. Whisk in water, vinegar, brown sugar, dry mustard and onion powder. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer, stirring frequently, until volume is reduced by a third, about 15 minutes.
• LADLE hot mustard into hot jars leaving 1/4 inch headspace. Remove air bubbles. Wipe rim. Center hot lid on jar. Apply band and adjust until fit is fingertip tight.
• PROCESS in a boiling water canner for 10 minutes, adjusting for altitude. Remove jars and cool. Check lids for seal after 24 hours. Lid should not flex up and down when center is pressed.

ENGLISH MUSTARD FROM SCRATCH

Steps:

• In a non-reactive container, combine mustard seeds with beer and vinegar. Let sit 48 hours. Check periodically to make sure seeds are covered by liquid; add more if necessary.
• Transfer seeds and liquid to a food processor. Add remaining ingredients. Process until creamy, four to six minutes.
• Transfer to jars. Allow mustard to mature, 3 to 4 weeks, before serving.
• Note: You can vary the mustards flavor by substituting your favorite ingredients, the basic technique remains the same.