Mostarda
recipe by NANCY SILVERTON
SARAH
TAYLOR
MAREN CARUSO
When Italians speak of mostarda, they mean not French’s or Grey Poupon but rather Casa Forcello Mostarda Mantovana di Pere. The pear “mustard” from Mantua in northern Italy combines candied fruit in syrup with sinus-awakening mustard oil.
Though it comes in several fruit flavors, chef Nancy Silverton says, “I love this pear-based mostarda because the pungent mustard component is more aggressive here than in other versions. Also, the sliced pear in Casa Forcello’s preparation retains much of the crispness you find in fresh fruit, which lends a welcome textural element to the mix.”
For Silverton, the contrast of the mustard essence with the sweetness and crunch of the fruit makes it a great partner for strongly flavored roasted and grilled meats, like pork loin, leg of lamb and game birds. At Osteria Mozza, she serves it with Duck al Mattone (“duck under a brick”) to counter the richness of the meat. It’s also a brilliant companion to cheese, especially nutty, buttery aged cheddars such as the Fiscalini Vintage Bandage-wrapped from Modesto. Simply nestle a spoonful of mostarda alongside a savory meat or cheese for a burst of complexity and a taste of the unexpected.
Food Stylist: Christine Wolheim
Categories: Food / Pantry / Recipes
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Oh, this explains the rush on mostarda this weekend!
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Posted by: Luanne | 03/07/2011 at 09:08 AM
Uh, isn't there supposed to be a _recipe_ here?
Posted by: John | 03/11/2011 at 05:56 AM
mostarda doesn't mean "mustard", that word is "Senape". Mostarda is a condiment on it's own that SOMETIMES includes mustard oil,but not always.
But why strive for facts?
Posted by: john beaty | 03/11/2011 at 10:30 AM
Yeah, so, uh, maybe the good Chef would like to tell us where we could find this fabulous mostarda di pere here in Los Angeles or in the OC???
Posted by: Cosmo Kramer | 03/18/2011 at 07:59 PM
Please include a recipe or two.
Posted by: DrAtomic | 03/20/2011 at 09:26 PM
I haven't recieved my magazine this past month?
Posted by: pat martine | 03/29/2011 at 05:40 AM
It is extremely helpful for me. would you mind updating your blog with more
Posted by: Ray Rice Jersey | 11/04/2011 at 03:14 AM
Cold you tell us something more about the healing with Mostarda
Posted by: Roy | 03/28/2012 at 03:03 AM