Mustard Brown Sugar Glaze

Mustard Brown Sugar Glaze

A tangy, caramelized glaze that balances sharp mustard with rich brown sugar.

Total 15 min Makes 16 oz Calories 65/serving

Dietary

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

Allergens

Dairy

This glaze simmers brown sugar and Dijon mustard with a splash of vinegar into a glossy, pourable topping for ham, pork chops, or roasted chicken. The sugar caramelizes slightly as it reduces, giving the glaze a deep color and sticky texture that clings well to meat. It comes together in under 15 minutes and works equally well brushed on before baking or spooned over just before serving.

Ingredients

  • 1 cup packed light brown sugar
  • 1/3 cup Dijon mustard
  • 2 tablespoons yellow mustard
  • 3 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/8 teaspoon ground cloves

Method

  1. In a small saucepan, combine the brown sugar, Dijon mustard, yellow mustard, apple cider vinegar, butter, black pepper, salt, and ground cloves.

  2. Set the saucepan over medium heat and whisk until the butter melts and the sugar dissolves, about 3 minutes.

  3. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer and cook, whisking occasionally, until slightly thickened and glossy, 6 to 8 minutes.

  4. Remove from heat and let cool for 5 minutes; the glaze will continue to thicken slightly as it cools.

  5. Brush or spoon the glaze over ham, pork, or chicken during the last 15 minutes of baking, or serve warm on the side.

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    Mustard Brown Sugar Glaze

    This glaze simmers brown sugar and Dijon mustard with a splash of vinegar into a glossy, pourable topping for ham, pork chops, or roasted chicken. The sugar caramelizes slightly as it reduces, giving the glaze a deep color and sticky texture that clings well to meat. It comes together in under 15 minutes and works equally well brushed on before baking or spooned over just before serving.

    15 min 16 oz 65 cal

    Ingredients

    • 1 cup packed light brown sugar
    • 1/3 cup Dijon mustard
    • 2 tablespoons yellow mustard
    • 3 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
    • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
    • 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
    • 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
    • 1/8 teaspoon ground cloves

    Method

    1. 1

      In a small saucepan, combine the brown sugar, Dijon mustard, yellow mustard, apple cider vinegar, butter, black pepper, salt, and ground cloves.

    2. 2

      Set the saucepan over medium heat and whisk until the butter melts and the sugar dissolves, about 3 minutes.

    3. 3

      Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer and cook, whisking occasionally, until slightly thickened and glossy, 6 to 8 minutes.

    4. 4

      Remove from heat and let cool for 5 minutes; the glaze will continue to thicken slightly as it cools.

    5. 5

      Brush or spoon the glaze over ham, pork, or chicken during the last 15 minutes of baking, or serve warm on the side.