Recipes Fruits and Vegetables Fruits Dates Date and Dried Cherry Mostarda Be the first to rate & review! 1 Photo This sweet and tangy mostarda blends the rich flavors of Medjool dates and tart cherries with a hint of orange and spice. Enjoy it warm or at room temperature for a delightful burst of flavor. By Juliana Hale Juliana Hale Juliana Hale is a culinary specialist with over 20 years of experience in recipe testing and development. She works closely with Allrecipes, Better Homes & Gardens, Forks Over Knives, Midwest Living, and Traditional Home both in the test kitchens and with her stories. Allrecipes' editorial guidelines Published on November 16, 2024 Tested by Allrecipes Test Kitchen Tested by Allrecipes Test Kitchen The Allrecipes Test Kitchen staff are a team of culinary pros who make and vet recipes using only equipment you'd find in a home kitchen. Staff credentials vary but include training at the Culinary Institute of America; kitchen stints in fine dining restaurants; and countless hours in the test kitchen itself. Meet the Allrecipes Test Kitchen Save Rate Print Share Close Add Photo Prep Time: 10 mins Cook Time: 15 mins Total Time: 25 mins Servings: 10 Jump to Nutrition Facts Cook Mode (Keep screen awake) Ingredients 1x 2x 4x Oops! Something went wrong. Our team is working on it. Original recipe (1X) yields 10 servings 1/2 cup chopped pitted medjool dates 1/2 cup dried tart cherries, chopped 2 tablespoons minced shallot 1/2 cup dry white wine 3 tablespoons white balsamic vinegar 1 teaspoon orange zest 3 tablespoons orange juice 3 tablespoons sugar 1 teaspoon minced crystallized ginger 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon 1/8 teaspoon crushed red pepper 1 tablespoon butter 2 teaspoons stone-ground mustard 1 teaspoon mustard powder Directions Combine dates, cherries, shallot, wine, vinegar, orange zest, orange juice, sugar, crystallized ginger, salt, cinnamon, and crushed red pepper in a small saucepan. Bring to a boil; reduce heat to low and simmer, covered, until liquid is absorbed and fruit is softened, about 10 minutes. Stir in butter, mustard, and mustard powder. Simmer, uncovered, until mixture is thickened and jam-like, 2 to 3 minutes. Serve warm or at room temperature. Cook’s Note Chill in an airtight container for up to 1 week. From the Editor Mostarda is a zippy, jammy Italian condiment made of dried fruit, spices, and mustard. Try it as a lively sandwich spread or a sub for chutney on a cheese board. I Made It Print Nutrition Facts (per serving) 82 Calories 1g Fat 16g Carbs 1g Protein Show Full Nutrition Label Hide Full Nutrition Label Nutrition Facts Servings Per Recipe 10 Calories 82 % Daily Value * Total Fat 1g 2% Saturated Fat 1g 4% Cholesterol 3mg 1% Sodium 64mg 3% Total Carbohydrate 16g 6% Dietary Fiber 1g 4% Total Sugars 14g Protein 1g 1% Vitamin C 3mg 4% Calcium 15mg 1% Iron 0mg 2% Potassium 126mg 3% * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs. ** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data. (-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.