Balsamic Reduction (Balsamic Glaze)
Total Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Rating
4.97 out of 5 stars
(27)
Ingredients
4 servings
- 1 cup balsamic vinegar
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Preparation
Step 1
Add the vinegar to a small saucepan and bring to a gentle boil.
Step 2
Reduce the heat and simmer, stirring often, until thick and reduced, about 8 to 12 minutes. The timing will depend on your desired thickness. The balsamic will also thicken as it cools.
Step 3
See the blog post above for serving suggestions.
Step 4
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Chef's notes
Making a homemade balsamic glaze couldn’t be simpler. Use this balsamic glaze anytime you want to give a dish a kick of sweet and tangy flavor. Here are a few ideas to get you started
Drizzle it over a Caprese salad. It’s great on Caprese skewers, too!
Toss it with roasted Brussels sprouts. This combination is a classic for a reason.
Or other roasted veggies! Some of my favorites include butternut, acorn, and delicata squash, broccoli, beets, fennel, and tomatoes.
Spoon it onto grilled vegetables. Think zucchini, onions, and mixed veggie skewers.
Serve it with fruit. Try it in this strawberry salad, or add it to this burrata recipe with tomatoes and peaches. It’d be divine on grilled peaches, too.
Drizzle it onto pizza. It’s especially at home on a Margherita.
Serve it on bruschetta for a classy summer appetizer. When tomatoes and basil are in the picture, this balsamic reduction will always taste great.
Or enjoy it for dessert. It’s an out-of-this-world ice cream topping!
