Creamy Dijon Sauce transforms ordinary dishes into the extraordinary. A little bit hollandaise inspired, this easy to make, bold and tangy sauce is definitely on the lighter side, and pairs well with so many favorite veggies, proteins, and starches.
This sauce is so simple to make, yet it delivers an amazingly bold flavor with just a few basic ingredients. It gets heated in the microwave (no stovetop or whisking involved!), makes a lot, and goes well with so many of our favorites.
From basic family staples like chicken nuggets, French fries, and fish sticks--to the more sophisticated, like steamed and roasted veggies, grilled proteins, Ham and Swiss Cheese Sliders, Cheesy Rice Zucchini Casserole and more, this sauce pairs well with them all.
A good, bold sauce can be a total gamechanger with any meal--especially if you have picky eaters. Do my kids like eating pork tenderloin? Absolutely not! But they don't mind it so much when they get to dip it in this delicious creamy Dijon mustard sauce!
There's also nothing better than having a little extra Dijon cream sauce on your plate at Easter to dip your ham and rolls into! Yum!
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👪Why you'll love it
| Easy, make ahead recipe- Creamy Dijon Sauce is so simple to make. Unlike most Dijon sauces out there, there's no heavy whipping cream to contend with. You literally mix the 5 ingredients with a spoon in one microwave safe bowl (to make life easier), heat it right away, or chill it and heat later. That's it! Simple ingredients- This recipe uses light sour cream for a tangy cream base, which then gets mixed with 4 other staple ingredients, including crushed red pepper for a little extra kick. There's no onion to chop and no butter to melt. This one is easy peasy. Very versatile & kid approved- Creamy Dijon mustard sauce can elevate any meal in the snap of a finger! From pork tenderloins and steaks, to chicken cutlets and potatoes, this peppy sauce pairs well with them all! And having that little dip cup sure does work wonders with kids. When they can dip it, they're more likely to eat it! Makes a lot and keeps well- This recipes yields about 2 cups when warm. If you don't use it all, it keeps well in the fridge for up to one week! Simply heat it up again in the microwave. |
🥘Ingredients
For a complete list with measurements, see the printable recipe card below.
- light sour cream- this is the tangy, creamy base--not need to use full fat. I recommend Daisy's or Breakstone's.
- red wine vinegar- provides a fruity essence and also acts as a preservative
- Dijon mustard- much more flavorful and smooth than plain yellow mustard, and definitely the best choice for this sauce. I recommend Grey Poupon.
- sugar- elevates the sweetness oh so slightly, and counteracts the tang just enough
- crushed red pepper- the extra pep in the step with this sauce, and you don't need a lot
🔪Instructions
For a more complete set of instructions, see the printable recipe card below.
- Place all of the ingredients in a microwave safe bowl; mix.
- Cover and chill for later, or, cover and heat in the microwave for about 2 minutes.
- Stir and enjoy!
Hint: You don't need much crushed red pepper. I typically use about ¼ teaspoon. Keep in mind that the Dijon mustard already has a spicy vibe!
🍽Equipment
- large mixing bowl that's microwave safe
- measuring cups
- measuring spoons
- mixing spoon
- dipping/condiment cups or gravy boat (optional items, but they make the sauce more fun)
🍶Storage
Store in an airtight container and keep toward the back of your fridge (recommended for most foods containing dairy products). Use within one week.
Because of the sour cream, freezing isn't recommended.
Reheat in the microwave and stir before serving.
💭Top tip
Light sour cream actually works better in this recipe than full fat because it has a slightly thinner consistency.
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📋Recipe
Creamy Dijon Sauce
Ingredients
- 1 cup light sour cream Daisy's or Breakstone's recommended
- 2 tablespoon red wine vinegar
- 3 tablespoon Dijon mustard Grey Poupon recommended
- 2 teaspoon sugar
- ¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes use less if you don't like things too spicy
Instructions
- Place all of the ingredients in a microwave safe bowl; mix.
- Cover and chill for later, or, cover and heat in the microwave on full power for about 2 minutes or until heated through. Stir before serving.
- Allow to cool, then store any leftovers in an airtight container and keep toward the back of your fridge (recommended for most foods that contain dairy products). Use within one week. Reheat leftovers in the microwave and stir before serving.
Notes
- You don't need much crushed red pepper. I typically use about ¼ teaspoon. Keep in mind that the Dijon mustard already has a spicy vibe!
- Because it keeps well in the fridge, I often make this Dijon Cream Sauce ahead of time and heat it when I'm ready to enjoy it!
- Light sour cream actually works better in this recipe than full fat because it has a slightly thinner consistency.
Janet C. says
This is such a simple recipe that tastes great with literally almost everything! I really like the taste from the red wine vinegar in it.
Kitchen Ready Betty says
We absolutely agree! Sometimes the simple recipes are the most flavorful, and the addition of the vinegar certainly adds a kick!