Elderberry Vinegar
Transform your kitchen pantry with the vibrant tang of homemade Elderberry Vinegar, a delightful infusion of fresh elderberries and apple cider vinegar that’s as versatile as it is flavorful. This simple yet exquisite recipe captures the immune-boosting properties and deep, fruity essence of elderberries, steeped to perfection over a few weeks for maximum flavor. Customize your vinegar with an optional touch of sweetness using granulated sugar, making it ideal for everything from salad dressings and marinades to a refreshing wellness tonic. With minimal prep time and impressive shelf life, this homemade vinegar is a must-try for food enthusiasts and DIY lovers alike. Perfect for seasonal gifting or elevating everyday dishes!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams Fresh elderberries
- 750 milliliters Apple cider vinegar
- 50 grams Granulated sugar (optional, for sweetness)
Instructions
Rinse the elderberries thoroughly under cold water to remove dirt and debris. Remove the berries from their stems using a fork, and discard any unripe or spoiled berries.
Place the cleaned elderberries in a sterilized glass jar or a non-reactive container large enough to hold all the ingredients.
Pour the apple cider vinegar over the berries, ensuring they are fully submerged. If needed, place a clean weight or fermentation weight on top to keep the berries below the surface of the vinegar.
Seal the jar tightly with a non-metallic lid or cover it with plastic wrap secured with a rubber band. If using a metallic lid, line it with parchment paper to prevent the vinegar from corroding it.
Leave the jar in a cool, dark place at room temperature for 3-4 weeks to infuse. Gently shake the jar every few days to mix the contents.
After the infusion period, strain the vinegar through a fine-mesh sieve or cheesecloth into a clean bowl. Press the berries gently to extract all the liquid, but avoid crushing the seeds as they can impart bitterness.
Optional: If you'd like to sweeten the vinegar, transfer it to a saucepan and stir in the granulated sugar. Heat gently over low heat, stirring constantly until the sugar dissolves completely. Do not boil. Let it cool to room temperature.
Carefully pour the strained (and sweetened, if applicable) vinegar into sterilized glass bottles or jars. Seal tightly and store in a cool, dark place. The vinegar will keep for up to a year.
Use your elderberry vinegar as a flavorful addition to salads, marinades, or even as a tonic when diluted with water.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
731 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 2.5 g | 3% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 68 mg | 3% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 149.0 g | 54% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 35.0 g | 125% | |
| Total Sugars | 53.0 g | ||
| Protein | 3.3 g | 7% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 243 mg | 19% | |
| Iron | 9.5 mg | 53% | |
| Potassium | 1952 mg | 42% | |
*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.
