Best 2 Dried Fruit Mustard Recipes

Dried fruit mustard is a sweet and tangy condiment that is perfect for adding a little zip to your favorite dishes. It is made with dried fruits, such as raisins, cranberries, or apricots, and mustard seeds. The fruits are rehydrated and then combined with the mustard seeds and other ingredients, such as vinegar, sugar, and spices. The resulting mustard has a complex flavor that is both sweet and savory, with a bit of a kick. It is a versatile condiment that can be used on sandwiches, wraps, burgers, and hot dogs. It can also be used as a glaze for chicken, fish, or pork. No matter how you use it, dried fruit mustard is sure to add a delicious flavor to your meal.

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

MEAT LOAF WITH MUSTARD AND DRIED FRUIT

Meat Loaf with Mustard and Dried Fruit image

Categories Mustard Bake Quick & Easy Dried Fruit Ground Beef Fall Sage Bon Appétit

Yield Serves 2, can be doubled

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

10 ounces lean ground beef
1/2 cup breadcrumbs made from whole wheat bread
1/4 cup chopped mixed dried fruits or chopped dried apricots
1 large egg
3 tablespoons chopped shallots
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon crumbled dried sage leaves
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
2 tablespoons apricot preserves

Steps:

Preheat oven to 425°F. Combine beef, breadcrumbs, chopped fruits, egg, shallots, 1 tablespoon mustard, sage, salt and pepper in large bowl; mix thoroughly. Shape mixture into 2 oval loaves, each about 1 inch thick, and place on small rimmed baking sheet.
Bake loaves 10 minutes. Mix preserves and remaining 1 tablespoon mustard in small bowl. Brush preserves mixture generously over loaves. Continue to bake until loaves are cooked through and thermometer inserted into center registers 160°F, about 8 minutes.

DRIED-FRUIT MUSTARD

Dried-Fruit Mustard image

Mustard made with dried fruit is always a crowd-pleaser. For something more interesting than the standard varieties, we used figs and apricots.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories Food & Cooking Healthy Recipes Gluten-Free Recipes

Time 5m

Yield Makes 1 1/2 cups

Number Of Ingredients 6

Ingredients

1/2 cup dried apricots or figs (3 1/2 ounces)
4 1/2 teaspoons dried yellow mustard seeds
4 1/2 teaspoons dried brown mustard seeds
2 tablespoons ground mustard
1/4 cup distilled white vinegar
Coarse salt

Steps:

Mix together dried fruit, mustard seeds, ground mustard, vinegar, and 3/4 cup water in a bowl. Refrigerate, covered, overnight.
Place mustard mixture and salt to taste in a food processor; puree until smooth. Serve, or store in refrigerator, covered, up to 1 week.

Tips:

Choose high-quality dried fruit that is plump and free of blemishes.
Soak the dried fruit in a mixture of apple cider vinegar, water, and sugar for at least 30 minutes before using. This will help to plump the fruit and make it more flavorful.
Use a variety of dried fruits to create a complex and interesting flavor profile. Some good options include raisins, cranberries, cherries, apricots, and figs.
Add some spices to the mustard to give it a little extra kick. Good options include ground mustard, paprika, cayenne pepper, and black pepper.
Let the mustard sit for at least 24 hours before using. This will allow the flavors to meld and develop.

Conclusion:

Dried fruit mustard is a delicious and versatile condiment that can be used on a variety of foods. It is perfect for sandwiches, wraps, burgers, and hot dogs. It can also be used as a dipping sauce for chicken, fish, or vegetables. With its sweet and tangy flavor, dried fruit mustard is sure to please everyone at your table.