Recipe: Herb of Provence Vinegar
Description: Elevate your culinary creations with this delightful Herb of Provence Vinegar recipe. Perfect for adding a burst of flavor to salads, marinades, and sauces, this homemade vinegar is sure to impress your taste buds and your guests.
Ingredients:
- 4 sprigs fresh rosemary
- 4 sprigs fresh tarragon
- 4 sprigs fresh thyme
- 6 bay leaves
- 2 teaspoons fennel seeds
- 4 cups red wine vinegar
Instructions:
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Lightly bruise the rosemary, tarragon, thyme, and bay leaves to release their flavors.
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Place all the herbs and the fennel seeds into a large sterilized jar.
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Pour the red wine vinegar over the herbs in the jar.
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Seal the jar tightly and shake well to combine the ingredients.
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Store the jar in a cool, dark place for 2-3 weeks to allow the flavors to develop, shaking occasionally to infuse the vinegar.
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After the infusion period, line a funnel with a double layer of cheesecloth.
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Strain the flavored vinegar through the cheesecloth-lined funnel into sterilized bottles, leaving about 1/8-inch of space at the top of each bottle.
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Seal the bottles tightly and label them accordingly.
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Your Herb of Provence Vinegar is now ready to use in your favorite recipes!
Nutritional Information (per serving, approximately 1 tablespoon):
- Calories: 4.6
- Fat: 0.025g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
- Sodium: 0.5mg
- Carbohydrates: 0.75g
- Fiber: 0.05g
- Sugar: 0g
- Protein: 0.05g
Recipe Notes:
- This Herb of Provence Vinegar makes a wonderful gift for friends and family who appreciate gourmet ingredients.
- Experiment with different variations by adding additional herbs or spices to customize the flavor to your liking.
- Store the vinegar in a cool, dark place for optimal flavor preservation.
- Use this vinegar to dress salads, marinate meats, or add a splash to sauces for an extra layer of depth and complexity.
- Enjoy the satisfaction of creating your own flavorful condiment from scratch with this simple and delicious recipe! 🌿🍷
