Are you tired of bland, boring ham that leaves your taste buds begging for excitement? Prepare to transform your next ham dish with a tantalizing mustard sauce that will make your guests swoon and ask for your secret recipe! This quick and easy American-style condiment is about to become your new culinary superpower, turning an ordinary ham into a gourmet masterpiece in just minutes.
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 5 mins
Total Time: 15 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 1 cup
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup Dijon mustard
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Gather all the ingredients: Dijon mustard, honey, apple cider vinegar, and black pepper. Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for better mixing.
- Select a medium-sized mixing bowl that provides enough space for whisking the ingredients together smoothly.
- Measure the Dijon mustard carefully using a liquid measuring cup, ensuring the measurement is precise at 1/2 cup.
- Pour the Dijon mustard into the mixing bowl as the base of the sauce.
- Add the honey to the mustard, using a tablespoon or liquid measuring cup to measure the 1/4 cup precisely.
- Measure the apple cider vinegar to 1 tablespoon and add it to the mustard and honey mixture.
- Grind fresh black pepper or use pre-ground black pepper to measure 1/4 teaspoon, then add to the bowl.
- Using a whisk, blend all ingredients together thoroughly until the sauce is smooth and well combined, with no streaks of individual ingredients visible.
- Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning if needed, adding a pinch more pepper or a touch more honey to balance the flavors.
- Transfer the sauce to a serving bowl or storage container with a tight-fitting lid.
- The sauce can be served immediately at room temperature or chilled for a firmer consistency. It pairs perfectly with baked or roasted ham.
- Store any leftover sauce in the refrigerator for up to 5-7 days in an airtight container.
Tips
- Temperature Matters: Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for the smoothest, most well-blended sauce.
- Whisking Technique: Use a wire whisk and blend in a circular motion to create a perfectly smooth, streak-free sauce.
- Flavor Balancing: Taste as you go! Feel free to adjust the honey or vinegar to suit your personal preference.
- Storage Hack: This sauce keeps beautifully in the refrigerator for up to a week, making it perfect for meal prep.
- Versatility Bonus: While amazing with ham, this sauce also works wonderfully with roasted chicken, as a dipping sauce, or even as a sandwich spread.
- Quality Ingredients: Use a good quality Dijon mustard for the most robust flavor profile.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 35kcal
Carbohydrates: 5g
Protein: 0g
Fat: 1g
Saturated Fat: 0g
Cholesterol: 0mg
