Balsamic vinegar
A dark vinegar made with wine vinegar and grape must, with a balance of acidity and sweetness. It is not the same as a thick balsamic glaze.
What it offers and why to use it
A dark vinegar made with wine vinegar and grape must, with a balance of acidity and sweetness. It is not the same as a thick balsamic glaze. Use sparingly in salad dressings or to finish cooked vegetables.
Tangy with grape sweetness.
From shopping to cooking
Choose
Check the label and consistency; choose vinegar rather than sweetened glaze when the recipe asks for vinegar.
Store
Keep tightly closed in a cool cupboard away from light, following the label.
Prepare
Use sparingly in salad dressings or to finish cooked vegetables.
How to make the most of it
Good pairings
Tomato, lettuce, strawberries and cheese.
How to substitute it
Wine vinegar changes the sweetness; adjust the amount to taste.
Recipes with balsamic vinegar
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