Changing tastes and contemporary culinary creativity have given rise to an endless palette of flavours. Gone are the days when flavored mustards simply accompanied cold cuts! Today, they have become an ingredient in their own right, capable of elevating a simple dish or adding the finishing touch to an elaborate gastronomic creation. But how do you make the most of each variety? Which mustard should you choose for which dish? How do you pair flavours without overdoing it? Let's explore together the secrets of using these exceptional condiments to reveal their full culinary potential.
An overview of our flavored mustards
Sweet mustards
- Pommery® honey mustards represent the perfect alliance of sweetness and character. This harmony between the mustard's natural heat and the smoothness of honey creates a balance of flavour that many chefs look for. Honey brings not only its sweetness but also floral notes that vary with its origin: acacia, lime blossom, chestnut or mountain honey.
- Pommery® gingerbread mustard is an original creation that pairs the traditional spices of the famous Alsatian cake with mustard. Cinnamon, ginger, star anise and cloves come together to create a warming condiment with a festive, Christmas-like accent, perfect for winter dishes.
Herb and spice mustards
- Petits Gourmets® tarragon mustard embodies the elegance of classic French cuisine. This aromatic herb, with its aniseed notes, brings freshness and sophistication. Its distinctive flavour, both mild and lightly spiced, makes this mustard the ideal partner for refined dishes.
- Pommery® lemon & basil mustard instantly evokes the Mediterranean and its sun-drenched aromas. This pairing brings to mind Provençal markets and traditional Italian cooking.
- Petits Gourmets® fine Colombo mustard opens the door to the exotic with its warm, fragrant spices. Turmeric, coriander, cardamom and fenugreek bring their complex flavours and characteristic golden colour. This fusion of French tradition and Eastern spices creates a strikingly original condiment.
Spirit-infused mustards
- Pommery® Royale® mustard with Cognac embodies refinement and depth. This noble spirit, aged in oak barrels, brings complex aromas. The alcohol partly evaporates during production, leaving behind an exceptional aromatic richness that elevates the finest dishes.
Aromatic condiment mustards
- Petits Gourmets® garlic and shallot mustard pairs the Mediterranean intensity of garlic with the subtle finesse of shallot to create a condiment of exceptional character, striking a perfect balance with the mustard's natural heat.
Pairings with meat
Red meat
- Grilled beef finds its ideal partner in Pommery® Royale® mustard with Cognac. This noble spirit, aged in oak barrels, particularly elevates prime cuts such as rib-eye or fillet, its complex aromas pairing perfectly with the grilled flavours of the meat. For a thick steak, this exceptional mustard creates a remarkably sophisticated match.
- Lamb, with its pronounced flavour, pairs wonderfully with Petits Gourmets® tarragon mustard. This aromatic herb, with its aniseed notes, brings a freshness that balances the sometimes strong character of the meat. For a leg of lamb, brushing the surface with this mustard before cooking develops a flavourful, refined crust.
- Game, with its intense and sometimes wild flavours, finds a perfect counterpoint in Pommery® honey mustard. The sweetness of honey naturally softens the pronounced taste of venison or wild boar, while its floral notes bring a sophistication that tames even the most rustic flavours. These pairings are a gentle way to introduce newer palates to the pleasures of game.
Elevate your grilled dishes with our Pommery® Royale® mustard with Cognac
- A rib of beef is elevated with Pommery® honey mustard used as a glaze. Applied at the end of cooking, it caramelises lightly and forms a golden crust that contrasts deliciously with the tenderness of the meat. This technique turns a simple dish into a gastronomic creation.
White meat
- Pork reveals its full flavour with sweet mustards. Pommery® honey mustard perfectly accompanies grilled pork chops, striking a balance between the meat's natural fat and the sweetness of honey. Pommery® gingerbread mustard adds a wintery dimension to pork roasts, its warm spices particularly suited to slow cooking.
- Veal, the delicate meat par excellence, calls for equally delicate accompaniments. Petits Gourmets® tarragon mustard respects its subtlety while bringing that aniseed note so characteristic of fine French cuisine. Pommery® lemon & basil mustard offers a refreshing Mediterranean alternative, particularly well suited to escalopes and blanquettes.
- Rabbit finds its ideal companion in Petits Gourmets® garlic and shallot mustard. This classic pairing from traditional French cooking brings out the authentic flavours of this delicate meat. The aromas of garlic and shallot gently penetrate the flesh during cooking, creating a comforting, flavourful dish.
Poultry
- Roast chicken is transformed with Pommery® honey mustard slipped under the skin before cooking. This technique allows the honey to caramelise lightly during cooking, creating a golden, crisp skin. Pommery® gingerbread mustard adds a festive dimension, especially popular during the end-of-year holidays.
- Duck, with its natural fat, pairs perfectly with mustards of character. Petits Gourmets® fine Colombo mustard brings its exotic spices, which contrast deliciously with the richness of the meat. Pommery® Royale® mustard with Cognac particularly elevates duck breast, creating a pairing worthy of the finest tables.
Discover our Pommery® gingerbread mustard for your festive poultry dishes
- Turkey benefits greatly from Petits Gourmets® tarragon mustard worked into the stuffing. This aromatic herb delicately flavours the inside of the bird, while Petits Gourmets® garlic and shallot mustard can be brushed on the outside to develop a flavourful crust.
Pairings with fish and seafood
Oily fish
- Salmon reveals its full nobility when paired with Pommery® honey mustard. This combination perfectly balances the fish's natural richness with the floral sweetness of honey. Cooked en papillote or grilled, salmon glazed with honey mustard develops a caramelised crust that contrasts deliciously with the melt-in-the-mouth flesh. Pommery® lemon & basil mustard offers a refreshing Mediterranean alternative, its citrus notes awakening the fish's briny flavours.
- Tuna, a fish with real character, pairs remarkably well with Petits Gourmets® fine Colombo mustard. This mustard's exotic spices create a surprising land-and-sea match, particularly successful with seared tuna, where the lightly seared outside contrasts with the pink centre. This pairing calls to mind the most creative fusion cooking.
- Mackerel, often overlooked for its pronounced flavour, finds in Petits Gourmets® garlic and shallot mustard a partner that pleasantly cuts through its natural fattiness. This mustard of character holds its own and brings the personality needed to elevate this often underrated fish.
White fish
- Sole, the queen of delicate fish, deserves the most refined accompaniments. Petits Gourmets® tarragon mustard blends beautifully into a light beurre blanc sauce, adding its aniseed notes without masking the exceptional finesse of this noble fish. This pairing embodies the elegance of classic French cuisine.
- Cod lends itself beautifully to herb-crusted preparations with Pommery® lemon & basil mustard. Mixed with breadcrumbs and fresh herbs, this mustard forms a flavourful coating that protects the fish's delicate flesh while subtly seasoning it.
Elevate your delicate fish with our Petits Gourmets® tarragon mustard
- Sea bass, a line-caught fish prized by food lovers, pairs perfectly with Pommery® honey mustard cooked en papillote. This gentle cooking method allows the flavours to blend harmoniously, creating a delicate dish where the honey caramelises lightly without overpowering the fish's finesse.
Shellfish
- Prawns find an unexpectedly exotic partner in Petits Gourmets® fine Colombo mustard. This pairing creates an original prawn cocktail, where the Eastern spices awaken the briny sweetness of the shellfish. Served in verrines or on canapés, they pleasantly surprise guests.
- Scallops, jewels of the sea, take on an air of elegance with a light glaze of Pommery® honey mustard. Applied delicately at the end of cooking, this mustard caramelises under the grill, creating a golden finish that enhances the natural sheen of these exceptional shellfish.
- Oysters are reinvented with an original mignonette made with Petits Gourmets® garlic and shallot mustard. This preparation is a fine alternative to the traditional shallot-and-vinegar mignonette, adding an aromatic complexity that respects and enhances the briny flavour of these prized shellfish.
Vegetables and side dishes
Winter and root vegetables
Potatoes are elevated with Petits Gourmets® garlic and shallot mustard in punchy rösti or characterful gratins. Carrots reveal their sweetness when glazed with Pommery® honey mustard, while turnips lose their bitterness when paired with Pommery® gingerbread mustard.
Green and seasonal vegetables
A vinaigrette made with Petits Gourmets® garlic and shallot mustard turns green beans into a refined salad. Broccoli gains originality with a creamy sauce made from Petits Gourmets® fine Colombo mustard, while spinach comes alive with Pommery® lemon & basil mustard.
Bring out the flavour of your vegetables with our Petits Gourmets® mustards
Mediterranean grilled vegetables
Aubergines marinated in Pommery® lemon & basil mustard develop deep flavours on the barbecue. Courgettes brushed with Petits Gourmets® tarragon mustard reveal an aniseed freshness, and peppers marinated in Pommery® Royale® mustard with Cognac become an exceptional gourmet side dish.
The flavored mustards from Les Assaisonnements Briards® open up a world of endless culinary possibilities. From a simple slice of bread to the most elaborate gastronomic creations, each variety brings its own unique personality and turns your everyday dishes into memorable taste experiences.
The art of using them well lies in balance: respecting delicate flavours, elevating bold ones, and always leaving room for your own creativity. Don't hesitate to experiment, to taste and to adjust to your own preferences. Because in the end, the best flavored mustard will always be the one that brings you the most pleasure and reveals your own culinary style.
