Mustard substitution?

flyinion · 09-25-2009, 03:13 PM

I have a friend that is highly allergic to mustard (we're talking peanut allergy ER trip type of reaction). So many recipes call for mustard in various forms though. Anyone have suggestions for substitutions? In cases like Alton's baked mac and cheese, I just left it out and didn't really notice (added a dash of cayenne). I figure I can do things like that in a number of cases. However, I'm quite lost on what to do for something like a vinegarette which is based on mustard. I know I could add other spices to give some kick, but what would make a good texture substitute in that case?

Food Network Fan · 09-25-2009, 03:36 PM

Wasabi powder or horseradish is recommended by Cooks Thesaurus.

flyinion · 09-25-2009, 03:54 PM

cool thanks. I have never heard of that before, is it a book?

Food Network Fan · 09-25-2009, 04:15 PM

Cook's Thesaurus No it's a website. Very helpful.

BerryBaby · 09-25-2009, 07:41 PM

Watch out for the wasabi and horseradish, though. They can be much more potent than mustard.

Husband has broken out in HUGE welts from both of them.

Suggest your friend seek out an allergist to give recommendations to be on the safe side.

fiction · 09-26-2009, 01:07 AM

besides its flavor, many vinaigrette recipes call for mustard because of the rich texture it creates. you can achieve a similar viscosity by substituting an egg yolk (if raw eggs aren’t your thing, use a pasteurized egg.) mustard and egg yolks/beaters are both great emulsifiers so you will still be able to achieve a thick and creamy vinaigrette that’s also safe for your friend to enjoy.

also found a neat website that has recipes geared towards those with allergy considerations http://www.cookingallergyfree.com/>>

good luck!>>

fiction · 09-26-2009, 01:10 AM

sorry.. have no idea why i have tongues sticking out in the last post. i mean no disrespect!

Food Network Fan · 09-26-2009, 11:43 AM

Right back at ya.

Sometimes it will pick up on parts of html code. Even stories that include the time will have a stray smiley show up occassionally.

flyinion · 09-28-2009, 05:43 PM

Thanks guys, yeah she is well aware of what she can/can't eat. Horseradish and wasabi are fine, it's just mustard in any form. Well, that and sesame in any form, which as often as we eat out at sushi is surprisingly easy to avoid. The sesame allergy is not as bad though, typically hives and weezing. Still bad of course but for the moment at least it's not a life threatening reaction.