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Swedish Mustard

Brassica juncea (Brown Mustard), Sinapis alba (Yellow Mustard) Allergens: Mustard
Swedish Mustard

Sourcing & Taxonomy

  • Family Brassicaceae
  • Primary Cuisine Scandinavian (Swedish)
  • Seasonality Year-Round
  • Source Mustard seeds, Vinegar, Sugar

What Is Swedish Mustard?

A generally mild to moderately spicy mustard, often characterized by a sweet and tangy profile, commonly used in Swedish cuisine as a condiment.

What Does Swedish Mustard Taste Like?

Swedish Mustard has a sweet,tangy,pungent,slightly spicy taste with pungent,vinegary,sweet aromas.

Taste
Sweet,Tangy,Pungent,Slightly Spicy
Texture
Smooth,Creamy
Aroma
Pungent,Vinegary,Sweet
Acidity
Medium

Technical Metrics

Nutrition Facts

Per 15g (1 tbsp)
Calories150 kcal
Total Fat5g
Saturated Fat0.5g
Trans Fat0g
Cholesterol0mg
Protein5g
Total Carbohydrate20g
Dietary Fiber2g
Total Sugars15g
Calcium50mg
Iron1mg
Potassium150mg

Chef’s Secret

To make a quick Swedish-style mustard, combine Dijon, brown sugar, a splash of white vinegar, and a touch of dill.

Swedish Mustard Substitutes & Ratios

The best substitute for Swedish Mustard is Dijon Mustard (with a touch of sugar), used at a 1:1 (+ sugar to taste) ratio. Closest in texture and pungency, needs sweetness adjustment.

Substitutes for Swedish Mustard with ratios
Substitute Ratio Best for
Dijon Mustard (with a touch of sugar) Best 1:1 (+ sugar to taste) Closest in texture and pungency, needs sweetness adjustment.
Honey Mustard 1:1 Matches sweet and tangy profile, but may be less complex.
German Sweet Mustard 1:1 Similar sweet and tangy, often coarser texture.
Yellow Mustard (with sugar and vinegar) 1:1 (+ sugar, vinegar to taste) Basic mustard, needs significant adjustment to match.

How to Choose & Store Swedish Mustard

  1. Look for "Svensk Senap" for authenticity.
  2. Check for natural ingredients and preferred spice level.

What Pairs Well With Swedish Mustard?

  • Gravlax
  • hot dogs
  • meatballs
  • sandwiches
  • dressings
  • potato salad.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Swedish Mustard taste like?

Sweet,Tangy,Pungent,Slightly Spicy Pungent,Vinegary,Sweet

What is a good substitute for Swedish Mustard?

The best substitute is Dijon Mustard (with a touch of sugar) (1:1 (+ sugar to taste)). Closest in texture and pungency, needs sweetness adjustment.

How do you choose and store Swedish Mustard?

Look for "Svensk Senap" for authenticity. Check for natural ingredients and preferred spice level.

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