Copycat Houston's Honey Mustard

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The honey mustard sauce served at Houston's has just the right balance of tart and sweet. Try this creamy copycat version at home.

serves/makes:

ready in:
2-5 hrs

2 reviews
2 comments

ingredients

1 cup olive oil
1/4 cup cider vinegar
1 1/8 cup honey
6 ounces Dijon mustard
1 dash garlic salt
3/4 cup mayonnaise

directions

Combine all the ingredients in a bowl and mix very well. Cover the bowl and let the sit in the refrigerator for 4-6 hours before serving.

Store the mustard in a covered container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.

nutrition data

78 calories, 6 grams fat, 6 grams carbohydrates, 0 grams protein per tablespoon. This recipe is low in sodium.

reviews & comments

coffeequeen REVIEW:
April 12, 2023

I recently tried out this copycat recipe, and I must say that it came quite close to the real deal. The sauce had a pleasant balance of tartness and sweetness, which was reminiscent of the original. I appreciated the ease of preparation and the relatively simple list of ingredients. Additionally, the fact that it can be stored for up to 2 weeks is a bonus. However, there were a few points that left me slightly disappointed. First, I found the consistency of the sauce to be a bit on the thinner side compared to Houston's. I believe this could be due to the amount of olive oil used in the recipe. A slight reduction in oil and possibly an increase in the mayonnaise content could improve the texture. Another minor issue I encountered was that the garlic flavor from the garlic salt was barely noticeable. I would recommend adding a bit more garlic salt or even substituting it with minced fresh garlic for a more pronounced flavor. Lastly, although the recipe calls for letting the sauce sit in the refrigerator for 4-6 hours before serving, I found that it tasted even better after allowing it to rest overnight. This additional time allowed the flavors to meld together more effectively. This copycat is a solid attempt at recreating the famous sauce. With some minor adjustments it could very well rival the original. I would recommend giving it a try if you're a fan of Houston's, but be prepared to make some tweaks for a more authentic experience.
nancy686 REVIEW:
December 31, 2020

I swapped out the dijon for yellow mustard and it was pretty close to Houston's. I actually prefer the dijon though so I think I'll make it that way from now on. Sorry Houston's!
Guest Foodie August 20, 2007

Definitely has French's yellow mustard and cayenne pepper.
weedwalker September 3, 2005

This recipe may be close, but having worked there, I can say that the ACTUAL ingredients are: Vegetable Oil Yellow Mustard Mayonnaise Honey Garlic Powder Cayenne Pepper

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This is a copy cat recipe submitted to CDKitchen by a third-party. This recipe is not an original recipe unless specifically stated and is considered only to be an acceptable "clone" to the original for the home cook to attempt to duplicate. Please also note that many nationwide restaurant chains vary their menus and ingredients by region so the version provided may not be similar to what you may have tried before. All trademarks referenced are property of their respective owners.

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