East: Velvety Warm Mustard Pepper Sauce

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Servings: 2 Difficulty: Intermediate
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A rich, creamy Indian-inspired sauce blending earthy greens with sharp mustard and heat
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This velvety warm mustard pepper sauce is a vibrant, savory condiment that bridges Indian flavors with Western creaminess. The base of Swiss chard and fresh green chiles provides a deep, earthy foundation, brightened by the acidity of ripe tomatoes and the freshness of cilantro. Dijon mustard adds a tangy kick that balances the sweetness of the tomato, while heavy cream creates a luxurious, smooth texture. It’s an excellent accompaniment for grilled fish, roasted vegetables, or firm tofu. The combination of spices like cumin and coriander gives it a complex, aromatic profile that feels both comforting and exotic. Perfect for weeknight dinners when you want to elevate simple proteins with minimal effort but maximum flavor impact.

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East: Velvety Warm Mustard Pepper Sauce

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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 2 Calories: 16.2

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This velvety warm mustard pepper sauce is a vibrant, savory condiment that bridges Indian flavors with Western creaminess. The base of Swiss chard and fresh green chiles provides a deep, earthy foundation, brightened by the acidity of ripe tomatoes and the freshness of cilantro. Dijon mustard adds a tangy kick that balances the sweetness of the tomato, while heavy cream creates a luxurious, smooth texture. It&# 226;ÂÂs an excellent accompaniment for grilled fish, roasted vegetables, or firm tofu. The combination of spices like cumin and coriander gives it a complex, aromatic profile that feels both comforting and exotic. Perfect for weeknight dinners when you want to elevate simple proteins with minimal effort but maximum flavor impact.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Coarsely chop the Swiss chard (or mustard greens) and place it in a blender or food processor.
  2. Add the chopped green pepper, quartered tomato, chopped cilantro, stemmed and seeded green chiles, and peeled garlic cloves to the blender.
  3. Process the mixture until it forms a smooth, consistent puree. Set the puree aside.
  4. Heat the olive oil in a 2-quart saucepan over medium-high heat.
  5. Pour the vegetable puree into the saucepan and cook, stirring constantly, for about 5 minutes to cook out the raw flavor.
  6. Stir in the ground cumin, ground coriander, Dijon mustard, sugar, and salt.
  7. Pour in the heavy cream and mix well to combine all ingredients.
  8. Bring the sauce to a boil, then reduce the heat to low.
  9. Cover the saucepan and let it simmer gently for 12 to 15 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened to a velvety consistency.
  10. Taste and adjust salt if needed. Serve warm over fish, seafood, or tofu.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 2

Amount Per Serving
Calories 16.2kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 0.3g1%
Saturated Fat 0.0g0%
Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
Sodium 43.2mg2%
Total Carbohydrate 2.6g1%
Dietary Fiber 1.9g8%
Sugars 0.4g
Protein 1.6g4%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: mustard, sauce, indian, chard, pepper, cream, garlic, cilantro, cumin, coriander, dijon, tomato, fish, tofu, spicy, blender, vegetarian, gluten-free, warm, condiment
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