Tarragon Vinegar
Elevate your homemade condiments with the aromatic brilliance of Tarragon Vinegar, a simple yet sophisticated infusion perfect for culinary enthusiasts. This easy recipe combines fresh tarragon leaves with the tangy complexity of white wine vinegar, creating a vibrant, herbaceous flavor profile ideal for salad dressings, marinades, and deglazing sauces. Gently bruising the tarragon optimizes the release of its fragrant oils, while a slow steeping process in a sterilized jar ensures the vinegar captures every nuance of its earthy essence. With just 10 minutes of prep time and a pantry-friendly storage life of several months, this DIY infusion is a delightful way to enhance your cooking and impress discerning palates.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup fresh tarragon leaves
- 2 cups white wine vinegar
- 1 piece glass jar with lid (sterilized)
Instructions
Wash the fresh tarragon leaves thoroughly under cool running water to remove any dirt or debris. Pat them dry with a clean kitchen towel or paper towel, ensuring they are completely dry before use.
Gently bruise the tarragon leaves by lightly crushing them with your fingers. This helps release their natural oils, enhancing the flavor infusion.
Place the bruised tarragon leaves into the sterilized glass jar.
Pour the white wine vinegar over the tarragon leaves, completely submerging them in the liquid. Make sure to leave about 1-inch of headspace at the top of the jar.
Seal the jar tightly with a lid and store it in a cool, dark place (such as a pantry or cabinet) for 2 to 3 weeks. This resting time allows the tarragon flavor to infuse into the vinegar.
After the infusion period, strain the vinegar through a fine-mesh sieve or cheesecloth into a clean container to remove the tarragon leaves. Discard the leaves.
Transfer the strained tarragon vinegar into sterilized bottles or jars for storage. Seal tightly and label with the date.
Store the tarragon vinegar in a cool, dark place or refrigerator. It will keep for several months.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
823 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 18.1 g | 23% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.8 g | 24% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 164 mg | 7% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 125.7 g | 46% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 18.5 g | 66% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.2 g | ||
| Protein | 56.9 g | 114% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 2881 mg | 222% | |
| Iron | 80.4 mg | 447% | |
| Potassium | 7898 mg | 168% | |
*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.
