Classic Mint Sauce
Elevate your meals with this Classic Mint Sauce, a quintessential condiment bursting with refreshing flavors. Made with finely chopped fresh mint leaves, white wine vinegar, and a touch of granulated sugar, this quick and easy recipe strikes the perfect balance between tangy and sweet. The addition of boiling water helps release the vibrant aroma of mint, while a pinch of salt rounds out the flavor profile. Perfectly suited for pairing with roast lamb, hearty vegetables, or even drizzling over salads, this homemade mint sauce is ready in just 15 minutes and keeps well for up to two weeks. Simple, flavorful, and versatile—this sauce is a must-have for any kitchen.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 60 grams fresh mint leaves
- 120 milliliters white wine vinegar
- 50 grams granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons boiling water
- 0.25 teaspoons salt
Instructions
Start by finely chopping 60 grams of fresh mint leaves. You want them to be evenly sized and small to ensure they mix well into the sauce.
In a small saucepan, combine 120 milliliters of white wine vinegar and 50 grams of granulated sugar.
Heat this mixture over medium heat, stirring continuously to ensure the sugar dissolves completely and the mixture becomes clear. This should take about 3 to 5 minutes.
Once the sugar is dissolved, remove the saucepan from the heat and let it cool for a minute.
In a small mixing bowl, add the chopped mint leaves and 2 tablespoons of boiling water. Stir gently to help infuse the flavors.
Pour the slightly cooled vinegar and sugar mixture over the mint leaves in the mixing bowl.
Add a quarter teaspoon of salt to balance the flavors.
Allow the mint sauce to sit at room temperature for at least 30 minutes before serving to let the flavors meld together beautifully.
Store the sauce in a clean jar or bottle and refrigerate if not using immediately. It keeps well in the fridge for up to 2 weeks.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
254 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 500 mg | 22% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 56.8 g | 21% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.0 g | 11% | |
| Total Sugars | 50.8 g | ||
| Protein | 3.0 g | 6% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 143 mg | 11% | |
| Iron | 3.0 mg | 17% | |
| Potassium | 218 mg | 5% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
