Asian Five-Spice Vinegar

Vegetarian
Vegan
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Low Fod Map
Health score
15%
Asian Five-Spice Vinegar
45 min.
4
29kcal

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Discover the vibrant flavors of Asian cuisine with this delightful Asian Five-Spice Vinegar, a versatile condiment that will elevate your culinary creations. Perfect for those who follow a vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, or low FODMAP diet, this recipe is not only easy to make but also packed with aromatic spices that tantalize the taste buds.

Imagine the fragrant notes of coriander, ginger, and star anise mingling together, creating a unique infusion that adds depth to salads, marinades, and dipping sauces. The process of making this vinegar is a labor of love, requiring just a bit of patience as the ingredients meld together over two weeks. But the wait is well worth it! Each drop of this homemade vinegar bursts with flavor, making it a fantastic addition to your pantry.

With only a handful of ingredients, including fresh cilantro and zesty lemon, this recipe is a celebration of simplicity and freshness. The result is a beautifully crafted vinegar that not only enhances your dishes but also serves as a stunning gift for friends and family. Whether drizzled over roasted vegetables or used to brighten up a stir-fry, this Asian Five-Spice Vinegar is sure to impress and inspire your culinary adventures.

Ingredients

  •  cilantro sprigs 
  • teaspoon coriander seeds 
  • teaspoon ginger fresh minced peeled
  •  optional: lemon 
  • teaspoon pink peppercorns 
  • cup rice vinegar 
  • teaspoon broken star anise pieces 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • sauce pan
  • sieve
  • cheesecloth

Directions

  1. Combine first 5 ingredients in a nonaluminum saucepan; simmer over low heat 10 minutes.
  2. Remove from heat, and cool.
  3. Pour into a widemouthed jar; cover and let stand for 2 weeks in a cool, dark place, gently shaking jar occasionally.
  4. Strain the vinegar mixture through a cheesecloth-lined sieve into a glass measure or medium bowl; discard solids.
  5. Cut 1 strip from rind of lemon; cut into very thin slices to equal 1 teaspoon.
  6. Pour vinegar into a decorative bottle; add pink peppercorns, lemon rind strips, and cilantro. Seal with a cork or other airtight lid; store in a cool, dark place.

Nutrition Facts

Calories29kcal
Protein12.53%
Fat15.72%
Carbs71.75%

Properties

Glycemic Index
39.88
Glycemic Load
0.64
Inflammation Score
-3
Nutrition Score
3.2952174051948%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
5.77mg
Hesperetin
7.53mg
Naringenin
0.15mg
Luteolin
0.51mg
Kaempferol
0.01mg
Myricetin
0.14mg
Quercetin
1.63mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:28.74kcal
1.44%
Fat:0.42g
0.65%
Saturated Fat:0.04g
0.25%
Carbohydrates:4.33g
1.44%
Net Carbohydrates:2.82g
1.03%
Sugar:0.74g
0.82%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:3.63mg
0.16%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:0.76g
1.51%
Vitamin C:15.38mg
18.64%
Manganese:0.23mg
11.67%
Vitamin K:9.55µg
9.1%
Fiber:1.51g
6.03%
Iron:0.88mg
4.88%
Vitamin A:184.54IU
3.69%
Calcium:29.09mg
2.91%
Potassium:92.6mg
2.65%
Copper:0.05mg
2.57%
Magnesium:9.32mg
2.33%
Vitamin B6:0.04mg
1.87%
Phosphorus:17.52mg
1.75%
Vitamin B1:0.02mg
1.28%
Folate:4.89µg
1.22%
Source:My Recipes