Dijon mustard

moutarde de Dijon

Flavor and role

A sharp yet smooth French mustard made from brown mustard seeds and wine (or vinegar). It also helps emulsify dressings.

Typical dishes and uses

Vinaigrette, stroganoff sauce, steak sauce, sandwiches

Substitutes

1 tsp Dijon = 1 tsp yellow mustard + a little hot mustard, or 1/2 tsp mild mustard paste + a few drops of vinegar.

Storage

Unopened: 1-2 years at room temperature. Opened: 6-12 months in the fridge.

Main countries

France

Used in this book

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Updated 2026-10-10