Description
This Raspberry Balsamic Glaze is a sweet and tangy sauce made by gently simmering fresh raspberries with balsamic vinegar and sugar, then reducing it to a syrupy consistency. Perfect as a drizzle over salads, grilled vegetables, meats, or desserts, this versatile glaze combines vibrant fruit flavors with a rich balsamic tang for a delightful culinary addition.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 1 cup fresh or frozen raspberries
- 1/2 cup balsamic vinegar
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine the raspberries, balsamic vinegar, and sugar. Stir well to mix the ingredients evenly.
- Simmer and Reduce: Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, cooking for 10 to 12 minutes while stirring occasionally until the raspberries break down and the liquid reduces by about half.
- Strain the Mixture: Remove the pan from heat and strain the mixture through a fine-mesh sieve to remove the raspberry seeds, pressing gently to extract as much liquid as possible.
- Return to Heat and Add Flavor: Pour the strained liquid back into the saucepan, add lemon juice and a pinch of salt, then simmer for another 3 to 5 minutes until the glaze thickens to a syrupy consistency.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the glaze to cool slightly before drizzling over salads, grilled vegetables, meats, or desserts. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
Notes
- For a thicker glaze, continue simmering for an additional 2 to 3 minutes.
- Store the glaze in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
- Try adding fresh herbs like thyme or rosemary during simmering to infuse extra flavor.
