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Balsamic vinegar has a unique taste, but it's not something you might have readily available. If you don't have balsamic vinegar on hand, you could try use a substitute instead. This article will give you a few substitutes that have a similar taste. It will also show you how to mix up your own vinegar to get something that tastes similar. | Balsamic vinegar has a unique taste, but it's not something you might have readily available. If you don't have balsamic vinegar on hand, you could try use a substitute instead. This article will give you a few substitutes that have a similar taste. It will also show you how to mix up your own vinegar to get something that tastes similar. | ||
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== Ingredients == | == Ingredients == | ||
=== Balsamic Vinegar Substitute === | === Balsamic Vinegar Substitute === | ||
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* 1 part lemon juice | * 1 part lemon juice | ||
* Dash soy sauce | * Dash soy sauce | ||
| − | === Elderberry Balsamic Vinegar<ref>Eat Weeds, [http://www.eatweeds.co.uk/elderberry-balsamic-vinegar Elderberry Balsamic Vinegar]</ref> === | + | === Elderberry Balsamic Vinegar<ref name="rf1">Eat Weeds, [http://www.eatweeds.co.uk/elderberry-balsamic-vinegar Elderberry Balsamic Vinegar]</ref> === |
* 400 grams (4 cups) ripe Elderberries | * 400 grams (4 cups) ripe Elderberries | ||
* 500 milliliters (2 cups) organic red wine vinegar | * 500 milliliters (2 cups) organic red wine vinegar | ||
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=== Using What You Have === | === Using What You Have === | ||
#Know that balsamic vinegar has a unique taste. There is no true substitute for it. You may be able to find or mix something together that tastes similar, but you won't be able to get the exact same taste. This section will give you a few items that have a similar taste. Choose the one that appeals the most to you. | #Know that balsamic vinegar has a unique taste. There is no true substitute for it. You may be able to find or mix something together that tastes similar, but you won't be able to get the exact same taste. This section will give you a few items that have a similar taste. Choose the one that appeals the most to you. | ||
| − | #Combine 1 tablespoon of apple cider vinegar and ½ teaspoon of sugar in a small cup. Keep stirring until the sugar dissolves. You can also heat the mixture in a small pot to help the sugar dissolve. Allow the vinegar to cool completely before you use it in your recipe.<ref>Better Homes and Gardens, [http://www.bhg.com/recipes/how-to/cooking-basics/vinegar-substitute/ Vinegar Substitutes]</ref> | + | #Combine 1 tablespoon of apple cider vinegar and ½ teaspoon of sugar in a small cup. Keep stirring until the sugar dissolves. You can also heat the mixture in a small pot to help the sugar dissolve. Allow the vinegar to cool completely before you use it in your recipe.<ref name="rf2">Better Homes and Gardens, [http://www.bhg.com/recipes/how-to/cooking-basics/vinegar-substitute/ Vinegar Substitutes]</ref> |
| − | #Mix 1 tablespoon of red wine vinegar with ½ teaspoon of sugar in a small cup. Keep mixing until the sugar dissolves. You can also heat the mixture in a small pot until the sugar melts. Let the vinegar cool before you use it.<ref | + | #Mix 1 tablespoon of red wine vinegar with ½ teaspoon of sugar in a small cup. Keep mixing until the sugar dissolves. You can also heat the mixture in a small pot until the sugar melts. Let the vinegar cool before you use it.<ref name="rf2" /> |
#Use five parts vinegar to one part sugar. Any type of vinegar will do. Heat the two ingredients in a small pot to dissolve the sugar. Let the vinegar cool before using it in your recipe. | #Use five parts vinegar to one part sugar. Any type of vinegar will do. Heat the two ingredients in a small pot to dissolve the sugar. Let the vinegar cool before using it in your recipe. | ||
#* Chinese black vinegar will work well. | #* Chinese black vinegar will work well. | ||
#* Fruity vinegar will also work. Try any of the following: apple cider, pomegranate, or raspberry. | #* Fruity vinegar will also work. Try any of the following: apple cider, pomegranate, or raspberry. | ||
#Try a balsamic vinaigrette instead. It may have additional ingredients, such as oils, herbs, and sugars, but it will have the same basic taste. If you are making a salad dressing using balsamic vinegar, you can use the vinaigrette instead of your recipe. | #Try a balsamic vinaigrette instead. It may have additional ingredients, such as oils, herbs, and sugars, but it will have the same basic taste. If you are making a salad dressing using balsamic vinegar, you can use the vinaigrette instead of your recipe. | ||
| − | #Try using another type of vinegar. Another dark vinegar may give you a similar taste to balsamic. Consider any of the following vinegars:<ref>Gourmet Sleuth, [http://www.gourmetsleuth.com/ingredients/detail/balsamic-vinegar Balsamic Vinegar]</ref><ref>Eat by Date, [http://www.eatbydate.com/substitutions/vinegar-substitutes// Vinegar Substitutes]</ref> | + | #Try using another type of vinegar. Another dark vinegar may give you a similar taste to balsamic. Consider any of the following vinegars:<ref name="rf3">Gourmet Sleuth, [http://www.gourmetsleuth.com/ingredients/detail/balsamic-vinegar Balsamic Vinegar]</ref><ref name="rf4">Eat by Date, [http://www.eatbydate.com/substitutions/vinegar-substitutes// Vinegar Substitutes]</ref> |
#* Brown rice vinegar | #* Brown rice vinegar | ||
#* Chinese black vinegar | #* Chinese black vinegar | ||
