Mexican Vinegar
Elevate your culinary creations with the bold and aromatic flavors of Mexican Vinegar! This infused vinegar recipe captures the essence of authentic Mexican cuisine with a vibrant blend of apple cider vinegar, aromatic spices like cinnamon, cloves, and bay leaves, earthy herbs such as Mexican oregano and thyme, and a touch of heat from dried arbol chiles. Sweetened with a subtle drizzle of honey, this tangy and spicy condiment is perfect for drizzling over tacos, marinating meats, or brightening up salads. With just 10 minutes of prep and a few days of patient infusing, you’ll have a versatile, homemade vinegar that bursts with zesty complexity. Try this easy recipe to add a handcrafted, gourmet touch to your kitchen pantry!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon dried oregano (preferably Mexican oregano)
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 2 whole dried arbol chiles
- 3 whole garlic cloves, peeled
- 1 teaspoon black peppercorns
- 2 whole cloves
- 1 piece cinnamon stick
- 2 whole bay leaves
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 0.5 cup water
Instructions
In a small saucepan, combine the water and honey. Warm over low heat, stirring until the honey dissolves completely. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
In a clean, sterilized glass jar or bottle, add the cinnamon stick, garlic cloves, arbol chiles, bay leaves, black peppercorns, and cloves.
Add the oregano and thyme to the jar as well, ensuring even distribution.
Pour the apple cider vinegar into the jar, followed by the cooled honey-water mixture. Seal the jar tightly with a lid.
Shake the jar gently to mix the ingredients well.
Place the jar in a cool, dark spot and let it infuse for 5 to 7 days. Shake the jar lightly once a day to help the flavors meld.
After the infusion period, strain the vinegar through a fine-mesh sieve or cheesecloth into a clean bottle or jar to remove the solids.
Store the Mexican Vinegar in a cool, dark place or in the refrigerator. Use within 3 months for best flavor.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
229 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 1.2 g | 2% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.2 g | 1% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 48 mg | 2% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 36.6 g | 13% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.6 g | 20% | |
| Total Sugars | 19.2 g | ||
| Protein | 1.9 g | 4% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 163 mg | 13% | |
| Iron | 3.6 mg | 20% | |
| Potassium | 596 mg | 13% | |
*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.
