Do It Yourself Homemade Worcestershire Sauce π²
Recipe Overview:
- Name: Do It Yourself Homemade Worcestershire Sauce
- Cook Time: 720 hours
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 720 hours 20 minutes
- Servings: 128
- Yield: 8-9 cups
- Category: Sauces
Description:
One of the best Worcestershire Sauce recipes I have found yet. If sodium content is a concern, use a product such as Morton’s “Lite Salt” (50% lower sodium than salt) in place of the salt.
Key Features:
Grains, Fruit, Vegetable, Scottish, European, Free Of…, Spicy, Weeknight, For Large Groups, Inexpensive
Nutritional Information (Per Serving):
- Calories: 26.8
- Fat Content: 0.1g
- Saturated Fat Content: 0g
- Cholesterol Content: 0.2mg
- Sodium Content: 72.5mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 6.4g
- Fiber Content: 0.1g
- Sugar Content: 2.9g
- Protein Content: 0.1g
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 1 | Olive oil |
| 6 | Garlic cloves |
| 2 | Black pepper |
| 3 | Onions |
| 3 | Cups water |
| 1 | Cup distilled white vinegar |
| 2 | Tablespoons molasses |
| 4 | Tablespoons dark corn syrup |
| 1 | Anchovy fillet |
| 2 | Cloves |
| 1 | Teaspoon salt |
| 12 | Lemon |
Instructions:
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Prepare Aromatic Base:
- In a medium saucepan, heat olive oil over medium heat.
- Add minced garlic, chopped onions, black pepper, and minced horseradish.
- SautΓ© until translucent, for about 5 to 8 minutes.
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Combine Ingredients:
- To the sautΓ©ed mixture, add all other ingredients: water, distilled white vinegar, molasses, dark corn syrup, anchovy fillet, cloves, salt, and lemon juice.
- Stir well to combine all the ingredients.
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Simmer:
- Bring the mixture to a gentle boil.
- Reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for 1 hour, allowing the flavors to meld together.
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Strain and Store:
- Once simmered, remove the saucepan from heat.
- Strain the mixture through a double thickness of cheesecloth to remove any solids.
- For optimal flavor development, store the Worcestershire sauce in a wooden cask, if available.
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Mature the Sauce:
- To enhance the flavors, it is recommended to let the sauce mature in a cool, dark place for about a month before using.
- This maturation process allows the flavors to deepen and meld, resulting in a more robust Worcestershire sauce.
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Enjoy:
- Once matured, your homemade Worcestershire sauce is ready to use!
- Use it to enhance the flavor of your favorite dishes, from marinades and sauces to soups and stews.
Note:
This homemade Worcestershire sauce recipe yields approximately 8-9 cups, making it perfect for large gatherings or for storing and enjoying over time. Adjust the ingredients according to your taste preferences and dietary needs. Store any leftover sauce in airtight containers in the refrigerator for extended freshness.
