What is Dijon Mustard? Nutritional Facts, Calories & Taste

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What is Dijon Mustard?

Dijon is a French city from which this popular mustard originated. In the Middle Ages this area of France was known for mustard making. Dijon is now produced in many countries and has a muted yellowy/beige color. It is a smooth textured mustard, without whole mustard seeds and has a robust flavor that is strong, with a good heat and a hint of pungency. Mustard is spread onto sandwiches, used in sauces and has a number of delicious applications.

What does Dijon Mustard Taste Like?

Sour

Sour is one of the five main tastes. It is tart and bright, sometimes with a mouth-puckering quality. Sour is a naturally occurring flavor found in many foods, including citrus, vinegar, various dairy products, and certain fruits. Sour is used to enhance a dish or drink and is used as both a main and complimentary flavor.

Spicy

Spicy is a flavor that brings heat and fire to food by creating a burning sensation in the mouth or sinuses. Spicy flavors come from hot peppers, horseradish, and wasabi. Spicy adds a kick and sometimes complexity to a dish and releases endorphins, creating a mildly addictive quality.

Ingredients

mustard seeds

Mustard seeds come from the mustard plant and are pinhead sized, round seeds. There are many varieties of mustard seeds, but the three most common types used in cooking are white, yellow and brown. All mustard seeds have a spicy and hot flavor. White and yellow mustard is mild and commonly used to make American mustard. Brown mustard is stronger, spicier and frequently used in Indian cuisine. Mustard is warming and often has a sharp edge to its flavor. It is used as a spice.

vinegar

Vinegar is made from alcohol. It can be made from wine, fermented apple, grains and other sources. Healthy bacteria is used to ferment this product. The final result is a thin liquid used to season foods. All vinegar is sour. White vinegar has a sharp sour flavor and is clear. Red wine vinegar is a clear red color and tastes a bit more rounded. Balsamic vinegar is dark red or brown and tastes rich, fruity and sour. There are many other kinds of vinegar, each with its own unique flavor profile. Some types of vinegar are suited to specific flavors and cuisines. It is used in sauces and in dishes both sweet and savory.

water

Water is a substance and chemical compound made up of hydrogen and oxygen. It is clear, fluid, flavorless and odorless. Water is a necessity in nearly every aspect of life, including cooking, baking and hydrating the human body. Water can be served as a cold beverage, or at any temperature comfortable to the mouth and skin.

salt

Salt is a mineral composed mostly of sodium chloride. It is the main flavoring used in food and is naturally occurring in certain foods, such as cheese, beets, meat and celery, plus many others. Salt is white and has finer granules than sugar. Many commercial salts include iodide, while others exclude it. Most salts are white, while some are naturally pale pink with minerals. Salt brings out the flavor of something and can create a tangy mouthfeel, if used in excess.

Dijon Mustard Nutritional Facts and Calories

Serving Size: 1 Teaspoon5g

Teaspoon

	Amount Per Serving	% Daily Value
Calories	5kcal	0%
Fats	1g	1%
Sat. fats	0g	0%
Mono. Fats	0g	0%
Trans fats	0g	0%
Carbs	0g	0%
Sugars	0g	0%
Fiber	0g	0%
Proteins	0g	0%
Cholesterol	0mg	0%
Sodium	118mg	5%

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Unhealthy Level

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much protein is in Dijon Mustard?

1 Teaspoon of Dijon Mustard contains 0 g of protein.

How many carbs are in Dijon Mustard?

1 Teaspoon of Dijon Mustard contains 0 g of carbs.

How much fat is in Dijon Mustard?

1 Teaspoon of Dijon Mustard contains 1 g of fat.

How much sugar is in Dijon Mustard?

1 Teaspoon of Dijon Mustard contains 0 g of sugar.

How many calories are in 1 Teaspoon of Dijon Mustard?

There are 5 calories in 1 Teaspoon of Dijon Mustard.

How many calories are in 1 Cup of Dijon Mustard?

There are 360 calories in 1 Cup of Dijon Mustard.

How many calories are in 1 oz of Dijon Mustard?

There are 28 calories in 1 oz of Dijon Mustard.

How many calories are in 1 pound of Dijon Mustard?

There are 454 calories in 1 pound of Dijon Mustard.