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Chive blossom vinegar in front of a salad.

Chive Blossom Vinegar

Capture the beauty of spring with this simple chive blossom vinegar recipe. Fresh chive flowers are steeped in Prosecco white wine vinegar to create a vibrant pink infusion with a delicate flavor that's perfect for homemade salad dressings, marinades, and gifting. With just two ingredients and a little patience, you'll have a beautiful way to preserve your garden harvest long after the blossoms have faded.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
infusion time 14 days
Total Time 14 days 10 minutes
Course Condiment
Cuisine American
Servings 32 Servings
Calories 1 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup fresh chive blossoms
  • 2 cups Prosecco white wine vinegar

Instructions
 

  • Harvest fresh chive blossoms when the flowers are fully open and vibrant purple. Shake the blossoms gently outdoors to remove any insects, then rinse under cool water and dry thoroughly.
  • Place the chive blossoms in a clean glass jar, filling it about halfway to three-quarters full.
  • Pour the Prosecco white wine vinegar over the blossoms until they are completely submerged.
  • Seal the jar and place it in a cool, dark location for 7 to 14 days. The vinegar will gradually develop a beautiful rosy pink color as it infuses.
  • Strain out the blossoms using a fine mesh strainer and transfer the vinegar to a clean bottle or jar.
  • Store in a cool pantry or pour into a decorative bottle for gifting.

Notes

  • White wine vinegar or champagne vinegar may be substituted for the Prosecco white wine vinegar. Apple cider vinegar can also be used but will produce a darker color and slightly different flavor.
  • Harvest chive blossoms when they are fully open and bright purple for the best color and flavor.
  • Shake the blossoms outdoors and inspect them before bringing them inside, as chive flowers often attract small ants.
  • Be sure the blossoms are completely dry before adding them to the vinegar.
  • The flowers will shrink considerably during the infusion process, so don't be surprised if the jar looks much less full after a day or two.
  • For a lighter flavor, strain after 7 days. For a deeper pink color and stronger flavor, allow the vinegar to infuse for up to 14 days.
  • Store the finished vinegar in a cool, dark pantry and use within 1 year for the best quality.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tablespoonCalories: 1kcalPotassium: 2mg
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