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How To Make Hot Mustard

By Rhonda Parkinson, About.com

You'll often see hot mustard dip served with appetizers at Chinese restaurants. Here's a simple recipe so that you can make your own.
Difficulty: Average
Time Required: 75 minutes

Here's How:

  1. Place 1/4 cup dry mustard powder (Colman's is good) in a bowl.
  2. Gradually stir in 1/4 cup of cold water.
  3. Stir in 1/8 teaspoon of salad oil.
  4. Cover the mustard and let stand for at least one hour.
  5. Use immediately.
  6. To store: transfer the mustard to a small jar, cover, and place in the refrigerator.

Tips:

  1. Chinese mustard is stronger than regular mustard. Use in small amounts.
  2. This recipe makes about 1/3 cup of hot mustard.
  3. Covered and stored in the refrigerator, the mustard will last for up to a month.
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