Dijon mustard vs Horseradish

A side-by-side guide to substituting Horseradish for Dijon mustard (or vice versa).

Quick answer

Use 0.5 tbsp of Horseradish for every 1 tbsp of Dijon mustard.

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Dijon mustard

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Horseradish

Conversion: Use 50% as much (0.5 tbsp per 1 tbsp)

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Notes: Use ½ tbsp per 1 tbsp Dijon. More pungent — adds sharper heat. Best in dips, roast beef, and creamy sauces.

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When to use Horseradish instead of Dijon mustard

Use ½ tbsp per 1 tbsp Dijon. More pungent — adds sharper heat. Best in dips, roast beef, and creamy sauces. The conversion is use 50% as much (0.5 tbsp per 1 tbsp).

Common questions

Can I substitute Horseradish for Dijon mustard?

Yes — Use ½ tbsp per 1 tbsp Dijon. More pungent — adds sharper heat. Best in dips, roast beef, and creamy sauces. Ratio: Use 50% as much (0.5 tbsp per 1 tbsp).

What's the conversion ratio for Dijon mustard to Horseradish?

Use 50% as much (0.5 tbsp per 1 tbsp). For other quantities, use the SubSwap calculator.

Are Dijon mustard and Horseradish interchangeable?

They are similar in most uses, but Use ½ tbsp per 1 tbsp Dijon..

Is Horseradish a better substitute than other options for Dijon mustard?

Horseradish is one of the options SubSwap lists for Dijon mustard. The 'best' choice depends on your recipe — see the full list of Dijon mustard substitutes.

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