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Pickled Mustard Seeds

Pickled mustard seeds are small but mighty—adding tang, subtle heat, and texture, they’re the perfect way to elevate salads, sides, and even hearty mains.
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes

Ingredients

  • 1/4 cup yellow mustard seeds
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 1/2 cup white wine vinegar
  • 2 tbsp sugar
  • 1/2 tbsp sea salt

Instructions

  • In a small pot, combine the vinegar, water, sugar, and salt. Place the pot over medium heat and bring the mixture to a boil. Once boiling, stir in the mustard seeds and reduce the heat to low.
  • Let the mustard seeds simmer on low heat for about 20 minutes, or until they have softened and absorbed the liquid.
  • Remove the pot from the heat and allow the mixture to cool to room temperature. Once cooled, store it in the refrigerator until ready to use.
Course: Salad, Side Dish
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Keyword: mustard, mustardseeds, pickles, salads