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3 Lacto-Fermented Mustard Recipes (zippy, zingy flavor!)

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Zippy, zingy homemade mustard is easy, delicious, and lacto-fermented! Whip it into potato salad, salad dressing, or deviled eggs… dollop it on hamburgers or hotdogs… or use it as a dip for soft pretzels. You’ll never buy store-bought mustard again!

Two images of homemade mustard. Top image is of mustard in a food processor, second image is of three different lacto-fermented mustard recipes in mason jars. Text overlay says, "3 Lacto-Fermented Mustard Recipes"

Mustard rolls right along with you… whether you’re experiencing the brisk breezes of fall, sweltering temperatures of summer, or fresh snows of winter.

Such a simple, yet complex, condiment. Ready to enhance the flavors of your soups, stews, dressings, salads, casseroles, meats, and more!

Mustard is amazing for so many reasons…

  • Spread it on a deli sandwich made with delicious homemade sourdough sandwich bread or other sourdough bread.
  • As a dip for a homemade soft pretzel.
  • Use it in a homemade potato salad (or a keto-friendly cauliflower “fauxtato” salad).
  • A must in deviled eggs.
  • For the emulsifier in your favorite salad dressing recipes.
  • And perfectly paired with fermented ketchup and fermented mayonnaise on a hamburger!
  • Don’t forget these other fermented condiments… once you try these mustard recipes, you’ll likely be back for more of our 43+ fermented and probiotic-filled condiments!

3 Homemade Whole Grain Mustard Recipes

Honestly, we just couldn’t decide which of these whole-grain mustards were our favorite, so we decided to share them all together!

Choose from Lacto-Fermented Beer-Thyme Grainy Mustard, Lacto-Fermented Beer-Caraway Grainy Mustard, and a fun twist with Lacto-Fermented Sun-Dried Tomato and Basil Grainy Mustard.

They all sound amazing, right? You’ll just have to try each of them and let us know which is your favorite.

Why Lacto-Fermentation?

Lacto-fermentation gives this condiment the added benefit of probiotics. And by now, we all know the benefits of fermented food in our diet!

How simple to get them from a condiment!? Almost as easy as these probiotic beverages!

Not only are you getting fermentation from the whey (or non-dairy culture), but you’re also getting probiotics from the apple cider vinegar (as long as you’re using homemade raw apple cider vinegar or a brand with the mother). Want to learn more about ACV? Check out 5 Health Benefits of Apple Cider Vinegar & 50+ Unique Ways to Use It!

What Whole-Grain Mustard Seeds Are Best?

If you prefer more mild mustard, you’ll want to stick with the white or yellow mustard seeds. But if you can handle a little bit of kick, go for the black or brown mustard seeds.

A combination of any or all works perfectly well, too. Find what your taste-buds (and family) like best.

We like to use these recipes as a guideline, but we tend to mix it up depending on what’s in our fridge and pantry at the time. Have fun with it!

How To Make Homemade Mustard (That’s Lacto-Fermented)

These recipes all start out the same, by soaking the seeds overnight in either beer or wine. This helps the seeds soak up that great tangy flavor and really adds to the end result.

What beer or wine should you use? Well, what’s in your fridge? Use whatever you like best!

Then, you mix all the ingredients together in a blender or food processor and whiz away until you reach your perfect mustard consistency.

You can also leave a few of the mustard seeds out to stir in at the end if you like to have some whole-grain in your mustard. This is where your own preference determines how long to blend.

Transfer your mustard to a glass jar and cover. Leave the mustard out at room temperature up to three days.

You can taste it after 24 hours to find your perfect taste, the fermented flavor will intensify the longer it sits at room temperature.

Move the mustard to the fridge and use it in any recipe that calls for mustard!

Lacto-Fermented Beer-Thyme Grainy Mustard Recipe

This recipe combines the flavors of tangy and “hoppy” beer with mustard, thyme, and onion. This makes a fantastic spread on burgers but is also subtle enough to be mixed into recipes that call for grainy or whole-grain mustard.

And it’s as simple as soaking the mustard seeds overnight, mixing in the other ingredients, giving it a good blend, then leaving to ferment for three days.

Four image collage of recipe steps for homemade mustard.

Though the recipe below says it’s “optional”, we like to add in a teaspoon or so of turmeric to give this mustard a nice golden color. As they say, you eat with your eyes first, and not all homemade mustards turn out a beautiful bright yellow color!

Lacto-fermented mustard in a mason jar with mustard seeds and a spoon on a table top.

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Lacto-Fermented Beer-Thyme Grainy Mustard

Tangy and packed full of flavor, this homemade mustard recipe blends the flavors of beer, thyme and onion with whole-grain mustard for a flavorful zip and zing to any sandwich, burger or recipe. (Makes about 2 cups)

Course Condiment
Cuisine American
Prep Time 10 minutes
Fermenting + Soaking Time 3 days 12 hours
Total Time 3 days 12 hours 10 minutes
Servings 32 servings
Calories 22 kcal
Author Erin Vander Lugt

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup mustard seed yellow or white*
  • 3/4 cup minus 1 tablespoon beer
  • 1 tablespoon mustard flour **
  • 1 tablespoon dried minced onion or 1/4 cup diced fresh, sauteed or raw
  • 2 teaspoons dried thyme leaves or 2 tablespoons fresh
  • 1/2 cup minus 1 tablespoon raw apple cider vinegar
  • 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
  • 1 teaspoon turmeric optional (for color)
  • 2 tablespoons whey or dairy-free starter culture such as Caldwell's***

Instructions

  1. Soak the mustard seeds in the beer overnight. 

  2. When ready to make the mustard, combine the soaked seeds with the remaining ingredients in a blender or food processor (for a whole-grain mustard you can reserve two tablespoons of the mustard seeds to stir in later, if desired).

  3. Blend in the blender or food processor to your preferred consistency. 

  4. Gently stir in reserved mustard seeds (if desired)

  5. Transfer to a glass jar and cover. 

  6. Let sit on the counter for 3 days. 

  7. Pop in the fridge and enjoy!

Recipe Notes

*If you like a little more heat, use half or all brown (or black) mustard seeds.

 

**Mustard flour, mustard powder, or homemade finely whizzed up mustard seeds can work here.

 

***Find Caldwell's dairy free starter culture here. 

Nutrition Facts
Lacto-Fermented Beer-Thyme Grainy Mustard
Amount Per Serving
Calories 22 Calories from Fat 9
% Daily Value*
Fat 1g2%
Saturated Fat 1g6%
Cholesterol 1mg0%
Sodium 39mg2%
Potassium 32mg1%
Carbohydrates 1g0%
Fiber 1g4%
Sugar 1g1%
Protein 2g4%
Vitamin A 5IU0%
Vitamin C 1mg1%
Calcium 12mg1%
Iron 1mg6%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

Lacto-Fermented Beer-Caraway Grainy Mustard Recipe

This recipe combines the flavors of tangy and “hoppy” beer with mustard, caraway, and onion. It makes a fantastic spread on burgers but with the addition of caraway, we find it pairs very well with pork or used to make a salad dressing.

To make this recipe, simply soak the mustard seeds overnight, mix in the other ingredients, give it a good blend, then leave it to ferment for three days.

Four image collage of recipe steps for homemade mustard.

Again, although the recipe below says its “optional”, we like to add in a teaspoon of turmeric to give this mustard a beautiful golden color.

Homemade mustard in a mason jar with a spoon leaning up against the jar and mustard seeds spread on the counter.

4.41 from 5 votes
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Lacto-Fermented Beer-Caraway Grainy Mustard

A tangy blend of beer, caraway, onion and mustard seeds, this homemade mustard pairs very well with pork and makes a fantastic addition to homemade salad dressings. (Recipe makes about 2 cups.)

Course Condiment
Cuisine American
Prep Time 10 minutes
Fermenting + Soaking Time 3 days 12 hours
Total Time 3 days 12 hours 10 minutes
Servings 32 servings
Calories 23 kcal
Author Erin Vander Lugt

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup mustard seed yellow or white*
  • 3/4 cup minus 1 tablespoon beer What's your favorite? What's in your fridge?
  • 1/2 cup minus 1 tablespoon raw apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon mustard flour **
  • 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
  • 1 tablespoon caraway seeds toasted
  • 1 tablespoon dried minced onion or 1/4 cup diced fresh, sauteed or raw (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon turmeric optional
  • 2 tablespoons whey or dairy-free starter culture such as Caldwell's***

Instructions

  1. Soak the mustard seeds and caraway seeds in the beer overnight. 

  2. When ready to make the mustard, combine the soaked seeds with the remaining ingredients in a blender or food processor (for a whole-grain mustard you can reserve two tablespoons of the mustard seeds to stir in later, if desired).

  3. Blend in the blender or food processor until desired consistency is reached.

  4. Stir in reserved mustard seed, if desired.

  5. Transfer to a glass jar and cover. 

  6. Let sit on the counter for three days. 

  7. Pop in the fridge and enjoy!

Recipe Notes

*If you like a little more heat, use half or all brown (or black) mustard seeds.

 

**Mustard flour, mustard powder, or homemade finely whizzed up mustard seeds can work here.

 

***Find Caldwell's dairy free starter culture here. 

 

 

Nutrition Facts
Lacto-Fermented Beer-Caraway Grainy Mustard
Amount Per Serving
Calories 23 Calories from Fat 9
% Daily Value*
Fat 1g2%
Saturated Fat 1g6%
Cholesterol 1mg0%
Sodium 39mg2%
Potassium 35mg1%
Carbohydrates 1g0%
Fiber 1g4%
Sugar 1g1%
Protein 2g4%
Vitamin A 2IU0%
Vitamin C 1mg1%
Calcium 12mg1%
Iron 1mg6%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

Lacto-Fermented Sun-Dried and Basil Grainy Mustard Recipe

This recipe combines the Mediterranean flavors of sun-dried tomatoes and basil with white wine and mustard. It’s truly the most unique of the three recipes, and also a fantastic use for those sun-dried tomatoes.

Pair this mustard with fish, blend it into salad dressings, or even spread it on your favorite panini!

This recipe includes the extra step of dehydrating your tomatoes, however it’s well worth the effort! From there, it’s simply soaking the mustard seeds overnight, mixing in the other ingredients, giving it a good blend, then leaving to ferment at room temperature for three days.

Four image collage. First image is of tomato slices on a dehydrator tray. Second image is of dehydrated tomatoes, mustard seeds and wine. Third image is of mustard seeds, dried tomatoes, mustard powder, chopped basil and salt on a plate. Fourth image is of mustard ingredients blended in a food processor and a spoon dropping mustard into the jar.

Look at all those specks of fresh basil! This is truly a show-stopping mustard recipe.

Sun-dried and basil mustard in a mason jar with sun-dried tomatoes and basil on a table top.

4.5 from 4 votes
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Lacto-Fermented Sun-Dried Tomato and Basil Grainy Mustard

With the addition of sun-dried tomatoes and basil, this homemade mustard is fantastic as a dip for soft pretzels, spread on homemade crusty bread, or even used in salad dressings. (Recipe makes about 2 cups.)

Course Condiment
Cuisine American
Prep Time 10 minutes
Fermenting + Soaking Time 3 days 12 hours
Total Time 3 days 12 hours 10 minutes
Servings 32 servings
Calories 24 kcal
Author Erin Vander Lugt

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup mustard seed yellow*
  • 4 sun-dried tomatoes cut up a bit
  • 1 cup minus 1 tablespoon white wine your choice of variety
  • 1 rounded tablespoon mustard flour **
  • 1/4 cup minus 1 tablespoon white wine vinegar
  • 1/4 cup fresh basil packed, chopped
  • 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
  • 2 tablespoons whey or dairy-free starter culture such as Caldwell's***

Instructions

  1. Soak the mustard seeds and sun-dried tomato in the wine overnight.
  2. When ready to make the mustard, combine the soaked seeds with the remaining ingredients in a blender or food processor (for a whole-grain mustard you can reserve two tablespoons of the mustard seeds to stir in later, if desired).

  3. Blend in a blender or food processor until desired consistency is reached.

  4. Stir in reserved mustard seeds, if desired.

  5. Transfer to a glass jar and cover.
  6. Let sit on the counter for three days.
  7. Pop in the fridge and enjoy!

Recipe Notes

*If you like a little more heat, use half or all brown (or black) mustard seeds.

**Mustard flour, mustard powder, or homemade finely whizzed up mustard seeds can work here.

***Find Caldwell's dairy free starter culture here. 

Nutrition Facts
Lacto-Fermented Sun-Dried Tomato and Basil Grainy Mustard
Amount Per Serving
Calories 24 Calories from Fat 9
% Daily Value*
Fat 1g2%
Saturated Fat 1g6%
Cholesterol 1mg0%
Sodium 39mg2%
Potassium 36mg1%
Carbohydrates 1g0%
Fiber 1g4%
Sugar 1g1%
Protein 1g2%
Vitamin A 14IU0%
Vitamin C 1mg1%
Calcium 11mg1%
Iron 1mg6%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

Soft pretzel being dipped into a bowl of homemade mustard.

More Ways to Use Your Mustard

  • Smoked Salmon Salad
  • Sourdough Hotdog Wraps
  • Homemade Salad Dressings
  • Egg Salad and other Egg Dishes
  • Grilled Meats/Fish
  • English Muffin Sandwiches
  • Homemade Savory Dips, Sauces, Relishes, and Marinades

Do you love mustard, too? What’s your favorite kind? Fill-in-the-blank: When I’m eating __________, I’ve got to have my mustard!

More Fermented Recipes, Techniques, Formulas, and Troubleshooting

Looking for more fermented condiments? Try these!

  • Lacto-Fermented Homemade Ketchup
  • Lacto-Fermented Mayonnaise
  • Homemade Sauerkraut In A Stoneware Crock
  • Homemade Kimchi: An Easy Korean Sauerkraut Recipe
  • Old-Fashioned, Crunchy, Fermented Garlic-Dill Pickles
  • Lacto-Fermented Turnips & Beets

Want to learn more about techniques for fermentation, or maybe you need help troubleshooting? It all awaits in the Lacto-Fermentation eCourse of our online Traditional Cooking School.

This post was featured in 43 Fermented & Probiotic-Filled Condiments, 60 Easy & Nourishing Picnic Recipes, and 92 Nourishing Grill & Barbecue Dishes, Drinks, & Desserts.

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Erin writes from Anchorage, Alaska where she savors a slow-paced and simple lifestyle with her husband and three young boys. Family birding adventures, hiking in the mountains, camping in their VW bus, and the warmth of the springtime sun bring them many smiles. Their greatest joy, however, comes from living for Jesus and seeing His goodness and care in the big and little moments of each new day.

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  1. Jenny says

    October 28, 2014 at 2:19 pm

    I like a grainy dijon. I use it in just about everything from sauces to homemade vinaigrette salad dressing. I’ve been looking for a natural alternative so we’ll probably try one of these at some point. I didn’t know there was such a thing as mustard flour. Interesting.

    Reply
    • Erin VL says

      October 29, 2014 at 8:59 am

      Hi Jenny~ We have a delicious dijon mustard recipe in the lacto-fermentation e-course. You should check it out! Let me know if you give it a try. So easy to whip up, and so fun to share with others. Might even make a fun Christmas gift in a pretty glass jar! 🙂

      Reply
      • Jenny says

        October 29, 2014 at 5:10 pm

        Thanks Erin! I will take a look at that.

        Reply
  2. Mallory says

    October 29, 2014 at 9:53 am

    Hello! I would love to make these mustards for my husband, but he currently cannot consume any alcohol. Is it possible to use water or another liquid instead of the beer and wine in these recipes?

    Thanks!

    Reply
  3. Erin VL says

    October 29, 2014 at 4:49 pm

    Hi Mallory~ Apple cider, water, juice, or even tea with a complimentary flavor would work just fine. Let me know what you choose! 🙂

    Reply
  4. Tamara (AK) says

    April 7, 2015 at 9:26 pm

    When I eat Moose tongue, I have to have spicy brown or dijon type mustard!

    Reply
  5. Ruth says

    December 3, 2017 at 10:04 am

    Hi, does this thicken as it sits? It’s all kind of soupy when I blended it.

    Reply
  6. Richard Murzin says

    December 14, 2018 at 10:46 am

    I just made the second stage of the caraway mustard — pre-fermentation. It was very watery so I added mustard flour. Does it typically thicken during the fermentation?

    Reply
  7. Erin says

    December 14, 2018 at 3:09 pm

    Hi Richard~Yes, it could very well thicken as it sits, however, there is no harm in adding a bit more mustard flour. The measurements for this particular recipe are not so exact… if it ends up being too thick with your addition, feel free to add a bit more liquid before popping it in the fridge! You’ve chosen my favorite of the three… Enjoy!

    Reply
  8. Susan says

    August 13, 2020 at 9:06 am

    To make dairy free, will Kombucha or brine from a ferment work as a starter?

    Reply
  9. Suzanne says

    June 17, 2022 at 5:49 am

    Can I do the fermentation stage before blending the seeds or is it absolutely necessary to have them blended in to ferment?

    Reply
  10. Amanda says

    January 5, 2023 at 8:17 pm

    I was really excited to do these recipes but they almost taste as if they have horseradish in them and I have a difficult time enjoying anything with horseradish. I even added honey to try and disguise the taste. I usually like multi-grain mustards but this was way too strong for me. 🙁

    Reply
    • Swiss Mama says

      January 12, 2023 at 1:40 am

      Just wait a little bit. They will mellow with time. I usually wait at least 1 to 2 weeks before using them.

      Reply
      • Swiss Mama says

        January 12, 2023 at 1:48 am

        I mean – when I make mustard. Haven’t tried these recipes yet. Even horseradish (at least the homemade one) will lose its strengh with time.

        Reply
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