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Balsamic Reduction
Vinegar haters need not fear: Once this vinegar cooks down into a syrup, you’ll be left with a much sweeter glaze that’s lovely drizzled over salads (see my Roasted Beet Salad), grilled veggies, and seasonal fruit like peaches or strawberries. Or try dipping a fresh baguette into oil and balsamic reduction! That’s always a good idea.
It may seem like the recipe calls for a lot of vinegar, but keep in mind that the volume will be reduced by two-thirds by the time we’re finished.

Servings: ⅓ Cup

Servings: 1/3 Cup
Ingredients
  • 1 cup (250 mL) balsamic vinegar
Steps
  1. 1. In a medium saucepan, bring the vinegar to a low boil over medium-high heat. Reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer the vinegar, stirring often, for 20 to 30 minutes, until it has reduced by two-thirds. Keep an eye on the vinegar to avoid burning it and reduce the heat if necessary. You should have about ⅓ cup (75 mL) of reduced balsamic vinegar left in the pan.
  2. 2. Remove the pan from the heat and let cool. Transfer the reduction to an airtight container and refrigerate for up to 1 month. The reduction will thicken and firm up once chilled. Allow it to come to room temperature before using.
 

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