Pickled Mustard Seeds

A tangy condiment made by blanching and pickling yellow mustard seeds in champagne vinegar with sugar and salt. Perfect as a garnish or to add texture and flavor to various dishes.

4 servings
32 min

Ingredients

  • ½ cup yellow mustard seeds
  • 1 cup champagne vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon sugar
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt

Cooking Instructions

  1. 1.

    Place the mustard seeds in a small pot, cover with cold water, and bring the liquid to a boil. Strain the mustard seeds, discarding the water, and repeat this process 3 more times.

    20 min

  2. 2.

    In the same pot, combine 1 cup of cold water with the vinegar, sugar, salt, and the blanched mustard seeds. Bring to a boil, and then remove from the heat. Pour the contents into a small sealable container and refrigerate it overnight.

    10 min

  3. 3.

    When you're ready to use the pickled mustard seeds, scoop them from the brine, straining off any excess liquid.

    2 min