Mustard caper sauce Calories

Use mustard caper sauce as a finishing sauce for fish, spoon it over vegetables or potatoes, or spread a little inside a sandwich. Its salty, tangy flavor is strong, so start with a small amount and add more to taste.

Yes, mustard caper sauce pairs well with salmon, especially when the fish is baked, grilled, or pan-seared. The sharp mustard and briny capers cut through salmon’s richness; serve the sauce on the side or add a small spoonful on top.

Yes, mustard caper sauce works with roasted or grilled chicken. Its acidity adds contrast to simply seasoned meat, while a creamy version can also be used as a sandwich spread or served alongside sliced chicken.

You can make mustard caper sauce without mayonnaise by stirring chopped capers into mustard with olive oil and lemon juice or vinegar. For a creamy alternative, mix in plain yogurt; add it gradually until the sauce reaches the consistency you want.

To make mustard caper sauce less sharp, stir in a little olive oil, yogurt, or another creamy ingredient. If the capers make it too salty, use rinsed capers next time rather than adding extra salt or more mustard.

Rinse capers before adding them to mustard caper sauce if they taste very salty or are packed in brine. Drain them well and chop them; rinsing is less necessary when the sauce needs their full briny flavor.

Keep mustard caper sauce covered in the refrigerator and follow the storage instructions if it is a packaged product. For homemade sauce, use a clean utensil each time and make a small batch to use within a few days.

You can freeze mustard caper sauce, but its texture may separate or become grainy after thawing, especially if it contains mayonnaise or yogurt. Stir it well after thawing and use it in a cooked dish if the texture is no longer smooth.

Serve lemon-herb butter, a simple vinaigrette, or tartar sauce instead of mustard caper sauce with fish. Choose lemon and herbs for a fresher, lighter flavor, or tartar sauce if you want a creamy condiment with pickles.