Russian-style mustard
Description
Homemade sauce is simple and quick to prepare. The Russian method of making mustard is already known worldwide. It has the spiciest flavor, so serve the mustard in small bowls, ramekins, or sauce dishes. In the first few days after ripening, mustard is at its sharpest; afterward, the bitter taste will gradually diminish. The finished sauce can be stored in the refrigerator for several days.
Instructions
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Step 1
Prepare the listed ingredients. Be sure to add vinegar and vegetable oil to the mustard, as they will slightly soften the bitter taste, masking it.
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Step 2
Put sugar, salt, and ground black pepper into a deep container.
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Step 3
Pour the brine into the container and gently mix everything. You can use cucumber brine, cabbage brine, or tomato brine. Be sure to taste it to determine how much salt to add. Alternatively, you can replace the brine with boiling water and dissolve mustard and salt in it.
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Step 4
Next, gradually add the mustard powder in parts and mix it into the liquid using a whisk or fork. Adjust the thickness of the mustard to your taste.
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Step 5
Finally, mix in the odorless vegetable oil. Transfer the prepared mustard into a small jar or container, seal tightly, and let it stand at room temperature for about a day. During this time, the sauce will develop its strength and pungency.
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Step 6
Place Russian-style mustard in a sauce dish or bowl and serve with a meat dish or with chicken, rabbit, or turkey.