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Reducing balsamic vinegar is a very simple, fairly quick process. Start with some decent quality balsamic vinegar. It doesn’t need to be an expensive brand, but it’s best not to use the cheapest thing available either. That being said, this will work even if you’re on a budget, so don’t stress about it too much.
Take about a cup of balsamic vinegar (or however much you like) and bring it to boil in a pot. Then simmer for around 15-20 minutes depending on how thick you want it. The longer you simmer, the thicker and sweeter the vinegar will be. Keep in mind that it will thicken more as it cools, so be sure to turn off the heat while it’s still a bit thinner than you want it.
Where to Use Balsamic Reduction
You can use your creation pretty much anywhere you like. The top suggestions are on a Caprese salad or bruschetta, but it’s delicious on just about anything. Veggies, bread, grilled fruit, meat, grilled cheese, or anything else you can think of. Enjoy!
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]]>A balsamic reduction, also known as a balsamic glaze, is like balsamic vinegar on steroids. Instead of a non-dense liquid like the vinegar version, a balsamic reduction has a more syrupy and viscous consistency.
It also packs more flavor into a smaller package and isn’t as acidic as normal balsamic vinegar.
Fortunately, balsamic reductions are extremely easy to make at home. It ends up being cheaper and a lot healthier than store-bought balsamic reductions and glazes.
So, let’s learn how to do it!
Ingredients
- 1 cup balsamic vinegar
- 1 tbsp honey (optional)
As you can see, a balsamic reduction doesn’t require a lot of ingredients. It is, however, important to decide if you want to use honey or not. A little bit of honey will add a touch of sweetness to the reduction that it won’t otherwise have. In short, it depends on your preference.
Instructions
Place the balsamic vinegar (and honey, if you choose to use it) in a small saucepan and bring to a boil.
Once it has reached a boil, reduce the heat to medium-low and allow to simmer for 10-15 minutes. Keep a close eye on the liquid and constantly stir.
Once the liquid is a viscous syrupy texture, your balsamic reduction is ready. Yum!
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]]>The tangy characteristics of the balsamic vinegar, which is its main component, complement the tender sweetness of vegetables such as mixed greens, spinach, and tomato perfectly.
Instead of buying balsamic vinaigrette the next time you head the the supermarket, why not try this simple recipe that you’ll love?
Ingredients
- 4 parts balsamic vinegar
- 1 part extra virgin olive oil
- Fresh garlic, minced
- Rosemary
- Ground black pepper
- Sage
Instructions
Start by pouring the balsamic vinegar and the extra virgin olive oil into the receptacle that will serve as the bottle for your dressing. You’ll want to close the receptacle and then shake it vigorously to combine the two things.
Next, add appropriate quantities of minced fresh garlic, rosemary, ground black pepper, and sage to the olive oil and balsamic vinegar mixture, according to taste. Shake again.
Let the mixture sit for a period of 12-24 hours, shaking on occasion to encourage the flavors to blend together.
After the mixture has sat for a sufficient amount of time, it’s ready to go into the refrigerator.
Refrigerate, and enjoy!
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