Dijon Mustard Glaze

Dijon Mustard Glaze

A tangy, honey-sweetened glaze that turns ordinary chicken, salmon, or ham into something worth repeating.

Total 13 min Makes 16 oz Calories 70/serving

Dietary

Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Wheat free, Nut free, Halal, Kosher

Allergens

Dairy

This glaze balances sharp Dijon mustard with honey, brown sugar, and a splash of vinegar to create a sticky, tangy coating that caramelizes beautifully under heat. It comes together in one small saucepan in under ten minutes, making it an easy way to dress up baked salmon, roasted chicken, pork tenderloin, or glazed ham for a weeknight dinner or holiday table.

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup Dijon mustard
  • 1/3 cup honey
  • 1/4 cup packed light brown sugar
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/8 teaspoon black pepper

Method

  1. In a small saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat.

  2. Add the minced garlic and cook, stirring, until fragrant, about 30 seconds.

  3. Whisk in the Dijon mustard, honey, brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper until smooth and fully combined.

  4. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, then reduce heat to low and cook, stirring occasionally, until slightly thickened and glossy.

  5. Remove from heat and let cool for a few minutes before brushing onto meat or fish, or transfer to a jar for storage.

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Dijon Mustard Glaze

This glaze balances sharp Dijon mustard with honey, brown sugar, and a splash of vinegar to create a sticky, tangy coating that caramelizes beautifully under heat. It comes together in one small saucepan in under ten minutes, making it an easy way to dress up baked salmon, roasted chicken, pork tenderloin, or glazed ham for a weeknight dinner or holiday table.

13 min 16 oz 70 cal

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup Dijon mustard
  • 1/3 cup honey
  • 1/4 cup packed light brown sugar
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/8 teaspoon black pepper

Method

  1. 1

    In a small saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat.

  2. 2

    Add the minced garlic and cook, stirring, until fragrant, about 30 seconds.

  3. 3

    Whisk in the Dijon mustard, honey, brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper until smooth and fully combined.

  4. 4

    Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, then reduce heat to low and cook, stirring occasionally, until slightly thickened and glossy.

  5. 5

    Remove from heat and let cool for a few minutes before brushing onto meat or fish, or transfer to a jar for storage.