Lemon Verbena and Calendula Vinegar
Brighten up your culinary creations with the aromatic and healthful infusion of Lemon Verbena and Calendula Vinegar! This quick-to-prepare recipe transforms raw, unfiltered apple cider vinegar with the citrusy essence of fresh lemon verbena leaves and the vibrant, floral notes of dried calendula petals. Perfectly steeped over 2-3 weeks, this handcrafted vinegar boasts a beautifully herbal profile that elevates salad dressings, marinades, and even refreshing beverages. With minimal effort and all-natural ingredients, you’ll create a versatile kitchen staple that’s as flavorful as it is unique. Ideal for home cooks and DIY enthusiasts, this recipe combines ease, sustainability, and elegance in one jar.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 ml Apple cider vinegar (raw, unfiltered)
- 10 leaves Fresh lemon verbena leaves
- 2 tablespoons Dried calendula petals
- 1 piece Sterilized glass jar with lid
Instructions
Wash the lemon verbena leaves thoroughly to remove any dirt or impurities, and pat them dry with a clean kitchen towel.
Inspect the dried calendula petals to ensure there are no impurities or debris.
In a sterilized glass jar, layer the lemon verbena leaves and dried calendula petals.
Pour the apple cider vinegar over the herbs and flowers, ensuring they are fully submerged.
Seal the jar tightly with the lid and give it a gentle shake to combine the ingredients.
Place the jar in a cool, dark place (such as a pantry or cabinet) and let it infuse for 2-3 weeks, shaking gently once every few days to distribute the flavors.
After the infusion period, strain the vinegar through a fine-mesh sieve or cheesecloth into a clean, sterilized jar or bottle, discarding the solids.
Seal the jar or bottle and label it with the name and date.
Store the infused vinegar in a cool, dark place for up to 6 months, and use as desired in recipes or dressings.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
105 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 0.1 g | 0% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 35 mg | 2% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 4.3 g | 2% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.4 g | 1% | |
| Total Sugars | 3.5 g | ||
| Protein | 0.2 g | 0% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 40 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 0.1 mg | 1% | |
| Potassium | 379 mg | 8% | |
*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.
