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Strawberry Vinegar

Here's a unique and aromatic treat that will lend an extra zest to your salads, desserts, and cocktails - Homemade Strawberry Vinegar!

Cook Time
0 mins
Additional Time
7 d
Total Time
7 d 5 mins
Servings: 32 tablespoons
Calories: 19 kcal
Course: Condiments
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 3 cups strawberries, frozen or fresh
  • 2 cups white vinegar
  • ½ cup sugar

Instructions

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  1. Add sugar to the vinegar to a small, non reactive pan over medium-low heat. Stir occasionally.
  2. Wash berries if using fresh. If using frozen, thaw them in the refrigerator.
  3. Add berries to a canning jar. Pour vinegar over berries. Cover with paper towel, waxed paper or plastic wrap secured by a rubber band, or use a plastic lid.
  4. Place in cool, dark place for about 7-10 days.
  5. Cut a piece of cheesecloth and line a colander.
  6. Drain contents of jar into cheesecloth. Discard pulp.
  7. Store in clean, sterilized glass canning jar, in cool dark place for about 6 months.

Notes

  • Use white-colored vinegar for the best color.
  • Makes 2 cups.
  • Store for up to 6 months in the refrigerator or a cool, dark place.
  • You can make it with strawberry tops?
  • Yes, indeed! Making strawberry vinegar from strawberry tops is a beautiful way to reduce food waste and enjoy a flavorful, homemade condiment. Here's a simple step-by-step guide:
  • Ingredients:
  • Instructions:
  • Uses for strawberry vinegar
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  • Strawberry tops from 1 pint of strawberries
  • 2 cups of white wine or apple cider vinegar
  • 1-2 tablespoons of sugar (optional)
  • Prepare the Strawberry Tops: After washing and hulling your strawberries, save the tops - the leafy part and the tiny bit of fruit attached.
  • Combine Ingredients: Place the strawberry tops in a clean, sterilized jar. If you want to add more sweetness to balance the tartness, sprinkle some sugar over the tops. Then, pour the vinegar over the strawberry tops until fully covered.
  • Steep the Mixture: Secure the lid on the jar and let it sit at room temperature for about a week. Steeping allows the flavors of the strawberry tops to infuse into the vinegar.
  • Strain the Vinegar: After a week, strain the infused vinegar into a clean jar or bottle, and press down to extract as much liquid as possible. Discard the strawberry tops.
  • Store Properly: Store your homemade strawberry top vinegar in a cool, dark place or the refrigerator. It should maintain its flavor for about 3-6 months.
  • Strawberry vinaigrette
  • Salad dressings -use whatever spices you like to make the dressing, like salt, pepper, dried parsley, and dill weed. Add a tablespoon of honey to make it a bit sweeter.
  • A delicious dip for French fries
  • Basting on chicken, venison, pork, or fish. It's especially good when grilling.
  • Marinades
  • Strawberry shrubs and cocktails, and cordials
  • It's great on fresh vegetables like beets (beetroot)
  • It's said to be a great remedy for common colds, coughs, and sore throats. Just drink a tablespoon of strawberry vinegar straight, or add a tablespoon to a cup of hot water and drink it like tea.

Nutrition Information

Serving 1tablespooon Calories 19kcal (1%) Carbohydrates 4g (1%) Protein 0.1g (0%) Fat 0.1g (0%) Saturated Fat 0.002g (0%) Polyunsaturated Fat 0.02g Monounsaturated Fat 0.01g Sodium 0.5mg (0%) Potassium 21mg (1%) Fiber 0.3g (1%) Sugar 4g (8%) Vitamin A 2IU (0%) Vitamin C 8mg (9%) Calcium 3mg (0%) Iron 0.1mg (1%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 32tablespoons

Amount Per Serving

Calories 19

% Daily Value*

Serving 1tablespooon
Calories 19kcal 1%
Carbohydrates 4g 1%
Protein 0.1g 0%
Fat 0.1g 0%
Saturated Fat 0.002g 0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.02g 0%
Monounsaturated Fat 0.01g 0%
Sodium 0.5mg 0%
Potassium 21mg 0%
Fiber 0.3g 1%
Sugar 4g 8%
Vitamin A 2IU 0%
Vitamin C 8mg 9%
Calcium 3mg 0%
Iron 0.1mg 1%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.