Mustard Marinade Sauce
A sharp and tangy marinade that is incredibly simple to prepare. The combination of Dijon mustard and vinegar provides a complex acidity, balanced with olive oil and simple spices, perfect for chicken or pork.
An original recipe by Forkin
- Total time
- 35 min
- Serves
- 4
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Per serving
- 196 kcal
Allergen information: may contain mustard and sulphites. Always check ingredient packaging if you have an allergy.
Mise en place
Ingredients
Converted for display; the recipe amounts stay equivalent.
- 4 tbspdijon mustard
- 3 tbspred wine vinegar
- 1 tbspwhite wine vinegar
- 6 tbspolive oil
- 1 tspdried basil
- 1 tspgarlic powder
- 0.5 tspsalt
- 0.5 tspground black pepper
Equipment
bowl · whisk
The method
Step by step
- 1
In a small bowl, combine the Dijon mustard, red wine vinegar, and white wine vinegar.
About 1 min
- 2
Add the dried basil, garlic powder, salt, and ground black pepper to the bowl.
About 1 min
Cook’s note: Feel free to adjust the amount of herbs and spices to your personal preference.
- 3
Whisk the mixture while slowly drizzling in the olive oil until the marinade is smooth and well combined.
About 3 min
Cook’s note: Adding the oil slowly while whisking helps create a stable emulsion that won't separate easily.
- 4
Pour the marinade over your choice of protein, such as chicken or pork, and allow it to rest for at least 30 minutes before cooking.
Cook’s note: For more intense flavor, you can marinate for up to 4 hours in the refrigerator.
Per serving
Nutrition
- Calories
- 195.6kcal
- Protein
- 0.9g
- Carbs
- 1.7g
- Fat
- 20.9g
- Fibre
- 0.7g
- Sugar
- 0.4g
Estimated from the recipe’s ingredient quantities. Values can vary with brands and substitutions.
Keep it good
Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
This marinade is used before cooking and is not reheated on its own.
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