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Cherry Mostarda

Cherry Mostarda

Cherry Mostarda

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This marmalade-like sauce is fruity, sweet, tart, and sour, with a spicy kick from the yellow mustard seeds. This mostarda proves cherries aren't just for dessert. It's perfect for pork chops, roasted chicken, or adding a gourmet touch to a charcuterie board.
Yields
1.5 cup
Prep Time Cook Time Total Time
10 min 25 min 35 min
What You'll Need
  • Medium saucepan
  • Spoon for stirring
  • Clean jar or container for storage
Cherry Mostarda

Cherry Mostarda

Ingredients

  • 2 cups fresh cherries, pitted and halved
  • 1 tablespoon yellow mustard seeds
  • 1 tablespoon mustard powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
  • 1/4 cup water
  • 1/4 teaspoon Pacific Flake Sea Salt

Get the Spices

Pacific Flake Sea Salt
Pacific Flake Sea Salt
Brown Mustard Seed
Brown Mustard Seed
Yellow Mustard Seed
Yellow Mustard Seed
Mustard Powder
Mustard Powder
Tellicherry Black Peppercorn
Tellicherry Black Peppercorn

Directions

  1. In a medium saucepan, combine the cherries, sugar, apple cider vinegar, water, and salt. Stir to mix the ingredients well.
  2. Add the mustard seeds, mustard powder, and black pepper to the saucepan. Stir to incorporate the spices.
  3. Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a simmer. Reduce the heat to low and let it simmer gently for about 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally. Continue to simmer until the cherries are soft and the mixture has thickened slightly.
  4. Let the cherry mostarda cool to room temperature. Transfer the cooled mixture to a clean jar or container. Store in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
  5. Serve the cherry mostarda as a condiment with meats, cheeses, or as a flavorful addition to sandwiches and charcuterie boards.
  6. Enjoy your homemade Cherry Mostarda!
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Cherry Mostarda

Cherry Mostarda

COOK TIME: 25.0
  • 2 cups fresh cherries, pitted and halved
  • 1 tablespoon yellow mustard seeds
  • 1 tablespoon mustard powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
  • 1/4 cup water
  • 1/4 teaspoon Pacific Flake Sea Salt
  1. In a medium saucepan, combine the cherries, sugar, apple cider vinegar, water, and salt. Stir to mix the ingredients well.
  2. Add the mustard seeds, mustard powder, and black pepper to the saucepan. Stir to incorporate the spices.
  3. Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a simmer. Reduce the heat to low and let it simmer gently for about 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally. Continue to simmer until the cherries are soft and the mixture has thickened slightly.
  4. Let the cherry mostarda cool to room temperature. Transfer the cooled mixture to a clean jar or container. Store in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
  5. Serve the cherry mostarda as a condiment with meats, cheeses, or as a flavorful addition to sandwiches and charcuterie boards.
  6. Enjoy your homemade Cherry Mostarda!

Cherry Mostarda

This marmalade-like sauce is fruity, sweet, tart, and sour, with a spicy kick from the yellow mustard seeds. This mostarda proves cherries aren't just for dessert. It's perfect for pork chops, roasted chicken, or adding a gourmet touch to a charcuterie board.
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