Flavored Vinegar

Flavored Vinegars: 50 Recipes for Cooking with Infused Vinegars

by: Michael Chiarello, Penelope Wisner

From classic balsamic and red wine vinegars to innovative elixirs infused with fruit, savory, and herbal essences, flavored vinegars are as perfect for gift-giving as they are for enlivening favorite dishes. In Flavored Vinegars-an enticing companion volume to the best-selling Flavored Oils -acclaimed chef Michael Chiarello proves once again that great food can be pure simplicity: it's as easy as drizzling a few drops of balsamic vinegar on a ripe slice of melon or brushing mango vinegar on fish as it goes to the grill. Heady and aromatic, a flavored vinegar intensifies the taste of many dishes without added fat or calories. This delectable collection includes over 50 quick and easy recipes for making and using a fabulous array of vinegars to create inspired appetizers and salads, pastas and entrees, marinades, and even desserts. Brimming with inventive ideas and vibrant, full-color photographs, Flavored Vinegars provides all the inspiration to add a tasty accent to any meal.

About the Author
Michael Chiarello -- chef and owner of the acclaimed Tra Vigne restaurant in the Napa Valley -- is the creator of Consorzio, a popular line of flavored oils and vinegars. Penelope Wisner is the co-author, with Michael Chiarello of Chronicle's Flavored Oils (over 40,000 copies sold). Daniel Proctor is a San Francisco-based photographer whose previous book credits include The Il Fornaio Baking Book and Flavored Oils.

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Tequila Lime Vinegar

Especially wonderful with seafood, such as prawns, shrimp and scallops.
Use without oil for a light, fat-free dressing.

Amazon Price: $8.88 (as of 01/01/2010)

Pomegranate balsamic Vinegar

Adds depth to any of your favorite pan sauces, braised meats or compotes
The sweet-tart flavor of the pomegranate is a perfect match for hearty meats like lamb and duck.

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Sundried Apricot Vinegar

Adds a refined sweetness to your favorite dishes.
Use it as a marinade with pork or game.

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Cranberry Vinegar

A new twist on a traditional flavor.
Serve over a simple salad of mixed greens, dried cranberries and blue cheese.

Amazon Price: $8.60 (as of 01/01/2010)

Spicy Pecan Vinegar

An original, nutty pecan vinegar adds surprising warmth to shellfish or scallops.
Perfect compliment to salads composed of endive, arugula, and radicchio.

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Anjou Pear Vinegar

The natural sweet aroma of fresh autumnal pear vinegar.
Sprinkle over goat or feta cheese.

Amazon Price: $8.60 (as of 01/01/2010)

Key Lime Vinegar

Use without oil for a light, fat-free dressing.
Full of flavor for fruity marinades, punch and sauces.

Amazon Price: $8.60 (as of 01/01/2010)

Late Harvest Riesling Vinegar

A delight in marinades for seafood and vegetable brochettes.
Adds distinction to summer salads of greens or fruits.

Amazon Price: $8.60 (as of 01/01/2010)

Raspberry Vinegar Fallot France Provence Framboise Rasbperry Vinegar 8 or 16 oz, 8oz

Flavored with French raspberries - framboises
Lovely presentation, great gift
8 oz
Imported from France

Amazon Price: $6.50 (as of 01/01/2010)

Black Currant Vinegar Fallot France Provence Black currant Cassis Vinegar 8 or 16 oz, 8oz

Flavored with French Cassis, black currant
Lovely presentation, great gift
8 oz
Imported from France

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Fallot France Provence herbs Herbes de Provence Vinegar 8 oz

Flavored with French Provence herbs
Lovely presentation, great gift
8 oz
Imported from France

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Fallot France Walnut flavored all natural Vinegar 8 oz

Flavored with French walnuts for a great and subtle new taste
Lovely presentation, great gift
8 oz
Imported from France

Amazon Price: $6.99 (as of 01/01/2010)

Fig Balsamic Vinegar by Trentin Aceti

Fig Balsamic Vinegar is made with Balsamic vinegar of Modena and fresh pureed figs.

This unique vinegar enhances simple salads and adds depth to meat marinades. Fig Balsamic Vinegar elevates vanilla ice cream to gourmet status.

Each bottle contains approximately 8.8 fluid ounces (250 ml) of Fig Balsamic Vinegar by Trentin Aceti from Italy.

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Chocolate Balsamic Vinegar by Trentin Aceti

Chocolate Balsamic Vinegar is made with Balsamic vinegar of Modena and natural chocolate flavor.

This unique vinegar makes an outstanding marinade for chicken or pork. Use Chocolate Balsamic in a reduction for a mouthwatering sauce. Toss with fresh berries and allow to macerate for a refreshing treat!

Each bottle contains approximately 8.8 fluid ounces (250 ml) of Chocolate Balsamic Vinegar by Trentin Aceti from Italy.

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Honey Flavored Balsamic Vinegar by Trentin Aceti

Honey Balsamic Vinegar is made with Balsamic vinegar of Modena and honey.

This unique vinegar adds depth to marinades and glazes for chicken or pork. Use Honey Balsamic in a reduction for sauces or with extra virgin olive oil for a delicious vinaigrette over a bed of greens with crumbled blue cheese and walnuts or pecans.

Honey Balsamic Vinegar sweetness is perfect for a syrup to drizzle over grapes, fresh berries and vanilla ice cream and is heavenly in dessert recipes with pastry.

Each bottle contains 8.8 fluid ounces (250 ml) of Honey Balsamic Vinegar by Trentin Aceti from Italy.

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Fallot France Burgundy White Wine Flavored Vinegar 8 Fl. Oz

Flavored with French Burgundy white wine
Lovely presentation, great gift
8 fl oz bottle
Imported from France

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Fallot France Provence Merlot wine flavored Vinegar 8 oz

Flavored with French Merlot wine
Lovely presentation, great gift
8 oz
Imported from France

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La Piana Chili Pepper Infused Wine Vinegar, 8.8 Fluid Ounces

Lapiana chilli pepper infused wine vinegar, from Alimentitalia, is all natural with no artifical flavors or colors. Superb quality wine vinegar has been blended with chilli peppers for a refreshing light taste. For excellent flavor, use whenever wine vinegar is called for.

Amazon Price: $8.07 (as of 01/01/2010)

Gourmet Flavored Vinegar, Garlic & Herb Vinegar

Our Garlic & Herb Vinegar is a delightful marriage of flavors! Rosemary, sage, savory and thyme combine with a healthy helping of garlic to make a wonderful accompaniment to any salad. Go ahead - treat your taste buds!

Amazon Price: $8.00 (as of 01/01/2010)

Don Bruno Sherry Vinegar Vinagre De Jerez 12.7 Oz.

Don Bruno Sherry Vinegar is prepared naturally from the finest selected wines in the sherry producing region of Spain, and aged by the traditional solera system. Don Bruno Sherry Wine Vinegar is noted for its distinctive sweet sherry aroma and mellow taste. A classic ingredient in gazpacho, this vinegar is essential to nouvelle cuisine sauces, in salad dressings, and in preparing marinades. Only moderate amounts are needed to capture the full sherry flavor. Acidity 8%

Amazon Price: $4.99 (as of 01/01/2010)

Pomegranate Champagne Vinegar by California Harvest

Award winning Pomegranate Champagne Vinegar by California Harvest is made from Champagne vinegar and pure concentrated pomegranate juice created in the heart of California's Wine Country.

Luscious pomegranates are the symbol of abundance. This flavorful blending of the exotic pomegranate and elegant Champagne vinegar lends a unique, tart and tangy element to any menu. Spice up dressings, marinades, vegetables and more with this premium quality fruit enhanced vinegar.

Pomegranate Champagne Vinegar can be used to season grilled vegetables such as red bell peppers, asparagus and/or radicchio; to dress a salad of butter lettuce, avocado slices and goat cheese sprinkled with pomegranate seeds; or heat with wine, sugar, and cloves and pour over sliced red onions to serve with fish or poultry. Pomegranate Champagne Vinegar is a versatile pantry essential that adds gourmet flair with ease.

Each bottle contains 8.45 fluid ounces of Pomegranate Champagne Vinegar by California Harvest. Contains naturally occuring sulfites.

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Winter Black French Truffle Flavored Vinegar

Plantin is one of the leaders of French truffle production, and this decadent vinegar is the ultimate expression of their skill and enlightened creativity.

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Mini Oilive Oil and 2 Vinegars Gift Set

A delightful burlap and wooden sack containing a fig syrup, balsamic vinegar and virgin olive oil.

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