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The Curious Case of the Missing French Word: ‘Dijon’ in Dijon Mustard 

by Madeline Gomez
January 10, 2023
in Food
The Curious Case of the Missing French Word: ‘Dijon’ in Dijon Mustard                                     

Dijon mustard is a mustard that has its roots in Dijon, France. It’s made from a mixture of different mustard seeds and has a particular taste that makes it unique from other mustards. However, there is no “dijon” in dijon mustard, which can confuse those new to this yellow condiment. So why is there no dijon in dijon mustard? To understand why there’s no “dijon” in dijon, we first need to understand what the word “dijon” means. Although you may think the word refers to the city, the term “dijon” refers to something called caraway seed oil. The caraway seed oil gives the mustard its distinctive taste, so essentially there is no dijon in dijon because it isn’t an ingredient.

What Is Dijon Mustard?

Dijon mustard is a type of mustard made from a mixture of different mustard seeds and has a particular taste that makes it unique from other mustards. It’s often used in sandwiches, salads, and other various dishes. It’s also commonly used as a condiment to put on other foods such as hot dogs, hamburgers, french fries, and steamed vegetables. It has various flavors, such as honey, spicy, and garlic mustard. Dijon mustard originates in the city of Dijon in France. It has a mix of different mustard seeds, which gives it a unique taste compared to other types of mustard. No single ingredient defines dijon mustard, but it’s usually made with many mustard seeds.

Why There’s No ‘Dijon’ in Dijon Mustard.

The word “dijon” actually refers to something called caraway seed oil. The caraway seed oil gives the mustard its distinctive taste, so essentially there is no dijon in dijon because it isn’t an ingredient. It’s possible that the dijon mustard was mistakenly named since there is no dijon in the mustard itself. Alternatively, there are likely other types of mustard that don’t contain caraway. In any case, it’s important to remember that there is no “dijon” in dijon mustard. Dijon mustard gets its name from the city of Dijon in France. While dijon mustard comes from Dijon in France, the ingredients in dijon mustard come from all over the world, including France, Asia, and the US.

How Is Dijon Mustard Made?

Dijon mustard is made from a mixture of different types of mustard seeds. The original Dijon mustard is made with many black mustard seeds, giving it its unique taste that’s different from other kinds of mustard. However, different varieties of Dijon mustard may contain other ingredients such as turmeric, wine, and caraway. The mustard seeds are mixed with water and ground until they become a paste. This paste is added to vinegar and must be shaken vigorously to mix everything. The resulting mixture is then put into jars and aged for a few months to give it the classic taste.

What’s The Difference Between Dijon And Gray Mustards?

Dijon and gray mustard are mustards, but they are made in different ways and, therefore, different. Dijon mustard is made from a mixture of varying mustard seeds and has a particular taste that makes it unique from other mustards. Gray mustard is made by mixing yellow mustard seeds with water and vinegar, and it has a milder flavor than dijon mustard. It’s important to note that there is no “dijon” in dijon mustard, which makes the two different types of mustard. Dijon mustard is made from a mixture of varying mustard seeds, and gray mustard is made by mixing yellow mustard seeds with water and vinegar.

Conclusion.

Dijon mustard is a type of mustard made from a mixture of different mustard seeds and has a particular taste that makes it unique from other mustards. While dijon mustard comes from Dijon in France, the ingredients in dijon mustard come from all over the world, including France, Asia, and the US. There is no “dijon” in the dijon mustard, making the two different mustard types. Dijon mustard is made from a mixture of varying mustard seeds, and gray mustard is made by mixing yellow mustard seeds with water and vinegar.

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