Mint Sauce Recipe
🕒 Prep Time: 5 minutes
🕒 Cook Time: 5 minutes
🕒 Total Time: 10 minutes
🥄 Servings: Makes 1 cup
🥗 Category: Sauces
🏷️ Keywords: Low Protein, Low Cholesterol, Healthy, < 15 Mins, Stove Top, Easy
Description:
Indulge in the freshness of homemade mint sauce with this simple and delightful recipe. Perfect for complementing a variety of dishes, this mint sauce bursts with vibrant flavors that will elevate your culinary creations. Plus, it’s low in protein and cholesterol, making it a healthier alternative to store-bought options.
Ingredients:
- 1/4 cup water
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 2 tablespoons vinegar
- 1/4 cup of fresh mint leaves
Instructions:
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Combine Water and Sugar:
- In a small pot, combine the water and sugar.
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Dissolve Sugar:
- Stir the mixture over low heat until the sugar has completely dissolved.
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Bring to Boil:
- Once the sugar has dissolved, increase the heat and bring the mixture to a gentle boil.
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Simmer:
- Reduce the heat to low and let the mixture simmer for about 3 minutes. This allows the flavors to meld together beautifully.
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Add Vinegar and Mint:
- Remove the pot from the heat, and stir in the vinegar and fresh mint leaves. The mint will infuse the sauce with its aromatic essence.
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Cool and Serve:
- Allow the mint sauce to cool slightly before transferring it to a serving jug. It’s now ready to be drizzled over your favorite dishes or served alongside them.
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Enjoy!
- Serve this homemade mint sauce with your choice of dishes and revel in the burst of freshness it adds to every bite.
Nutritional Information (Per Serving):
- Calories: 208.9
- Fat Content: 0.2g
- Saturated Fat Content: 0g
- Cholesterol Content: 0mg
- Sodium Content: 9.7mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 51.9g
- Fiber Content: 1.6g
- Sugar Content: 49.9g
- Protein Content: 0.8g
Notes:
- This mint sauce is incredibly versatile and can be served with lamb, roasted vegetables, grilled meats, or used as a dressing for salads.
- Store any leftover mint sauce in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week. Just give it a good stir before using it again to ensure all the flavors are evenly distributed.
- Feel free to adjust the sweetness and acidity of the sauce to suit your taste preferences by adding more or less sugar and vinegar accordingly.
