H-E-B Recipe: Cranberry Mostarda

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Honey adds sweetness with a unique flavor.

white wine vinegar

🥗Healthier: apple cider vinegar

💰Cheaper: distilled vinegar

Apple cider vinegar adds a fruity note.

mustard seeds

🥗Healthier: ground mustard

💰Cheaper: yellow mustard

Ground mustard can be used for a smoother texture.

cinnamon

🥗Healthier: nutmeg

💰Cheaper: pumpkin pie spice

Nutmeg provides a warm spice flavor.

Combine cranberries, sugar, and water in a saucepan over medium heat.

Cook until cranberries burst and mixture thickens, about 10-15 minutes.

Remove from heat and let cool slightly.

Stir in mustard seeds, white wine vinegar, and salt.

Add black pepper, ground mustard, cinnamon, cloves, and ginger to the mixture.

Incorporate orange zest and lemon zest for brightness.

Add thyme and bay leaves for herbal notes.

Drizzle in olive oil while stirring to combine.

Transfer to a jar and let cool completely before sealing.

Refrigerate for at least 24 hours to develop flavors.

Cooking Techniques

Spice Level:

Allergens