Description
This easy homemade Balsamic Glaze Vinegar recipe creates a rich, syrupy condiment perfect for drizzling over roasted vegetables, grilled meats, salads, and even desserts. Made by gently simmering balsamic vinegar with optional brown sugar to enhance sweetness and thickness, it develops a concentrated, tangy-sweet flavor that elevates any dish.
Ingredients
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Ingredients
- 1 cup balsamic vinegar
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar (optional, for sweetness and thickness)
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: Pour the balsamic vinegar into a small saucepan and place it over medium heat. If using brown sugar, stir it in now until fully dissolved to incorporate sweetness and thickness.
- Simmer the Mixture: Bring the vinegar mixture to a gentle simmer, then reduce the heat to low. Let it simmer for 12–15 minutes, stirring occasionally, to reduce the volume by about half and allow the syrupy glaze to form.
- Monitor and Remove: Keep a close eye on the simmering vinegar near the end of cooking to prevent burning. Once thickened and reduced, remove the saucepan from heat.
- Cool and Store: Allow the glaze to cool, during which it will thicken further. Transfer the cooled glaze to a clean jar or squeeze bottle for convenient storage and use.
Notes
- For a naturally sweet glaze, omit the brown sugar and reduce the vinegar alone.
- Store the balsamic glaze in the refrigerator for up to 1 month.
- This glaze is perfect for drizzling over roasted vegetables, grilled meats, caprese salad, or even fresh strawberries and ice cream.
