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Lemon Vinegar Recipe

Elevate your dishes with this vibrant homemade lemon vinegar! Infused with fragrant lemon zest and bay leaves, this versatile elixir creates a delicate and flavorful salad dressing or marinade. Perfect for adding a bright, tangy kick to your favorite recipes.

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 44645 mins
Calories 3.7 kcal
Protein 0g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Ingredients for Lemon Vinegar

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How to Make Lemon Vinegar

  1. Pour 2 cups of white wine vinegar into a stainless steel saucepan.
  2. Wash 2 large lemons thoroughly. Using a vegetable peeler, remove the zest from the lemons, avoiding the white pith as much as possible.
  3. Add the lemon zest and 2 fresh bay leaves to the saucepan. Bring to a gentle boil for 5 minutes.
  4. Remove from heat, cover, and let cool completely.
  5. Once cooled, carefully pour the mixture into a clean glass bottle, including the lemon zest and bay leaves.
  6. Seal the bottle tightly and let it infuse in a cool, dark place for 4 weeks.
  7. After 4 weeks, strain the vinegar through a fine-mesh sieve or cheesecloth into a clean bottle (optional). Discard the solids. Use as needed—the unstrained vinegar will have a stronger, more intense lemon flavor.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

0 g

Sugar

0g

Fat

0g

Carbs

0g

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