**Apple Cider Vinegar: A Versatile Ingredient with Culinary and Health Benefits**
Apple cider vinegar, a pantry staple with a rich history, is crafted from fermented apple juice. Its unique flavor profile, characterized by a balance of tanginess and sweetness, has made it a popular ingredient in various cuisines. Beyond its culinary applications, apple cider vinegar has also gained recognition for its potential health benefits, including aiding digestion, boosting immunity, and promoting heart health.
This versatile ingredient shines in both sweet and savory dishes, adding a refreshing acidity to salads, marinades, sauces, and dressings. Its ability to tenderize meat and enhance flavors makes it a valuable addition to braises, stews, and roasts. For those seeking a natural remedy, apple cider vinegar can be diluted and consumed as a tonic, offering a range of purported health benefits.
In this comprehensive guide to apple cider vinegar, we present a collection of diverse recipes that showcase its culinary versatility and explore its potential health benefits. From classic vinaigrettes to unique marinades, refreshing drinks to soothing tonics, these recipes provide endless opportunities to incorporate this remarkable ingredient into your daily life. Discover the transformative power of apple cider vinegar as you embark on a culinary journey that nourishes your body and delights your taste buds.
APPLE CIDER VINEGAR RECIPE BY TASTY
Here's what you need: medium apples, water, sugar
Provided by Gwenaelle Le Cochennec
Yield 32 servings
Number Of Ingredients 3
Steps:
- Place the apple peels and cores (optional) in a quart-sized jar with a wide mouth.
- Cover the peels completely with the water.
- Add the sugar and stir.
- Make sure your scraps are completely covered with water.
- Cover the mouth of the jar with a coffee filter or a thin cloth, then screw on the outer ring of the lid.
- Let sit in a dark area at room temperature for 1-2 weeks, stirring the mix once a day to stimulate proper fermentation and prevent mold from forming.
- When you notice some fizz and a significant amount of bubbles on the surface, strain out the scraps and compost them.
- Put the liquid back in the jar, cover with a coffee filter or a thin cloth, and let it sit.
- Taste it once a week and once it has reached your desired level acidity, cover with a lid or transfer to a closed bottle to stop the fermentation.
- The apple cider vinegar will keep for about a year in the refrigerator.
- Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 15 calories, Carbohydrate 4 grams, Fat 0 grams, Fiber 0 grams, Protein 0 grams, Sugar 3 grams
APPLE CIDER VINEGAR TEA
A good detox to start your morning.
Provided by Pitzkele
Categories Drinks Recipes Tea
Time 5m
Yield 1
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Combine hot water, lemon juice, apple cider vinegar, honey, and cinnamon together in a mug.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 83.3 calories, Carbohydrate 22 g, Fiber 1.4 g, Protein 0.3 g, Sodium 13.5 mg, Sugar 18.1 g
APPLE CIDER VINEGAR MARINADE
Make and share this Apple Cider Vinegar Marinade recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Happy Harry 2
Categories Apple
Time 15m
Yield 2 cups
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Combine all in jar large enough to be able to shake ingredients. Blend well.
- Allow to meld on counter about 1 hour prior to using the first time. Shake several times.
- Use to marinate meat or poultry for 3 hours.
- Reserve 1 cup of marinade for basting.
APPLE CIDER VINEGAR HEALTH TONIC
I actually love the taste of this. Within minutes I feel great and gain energy. This is supposed to cleanse your system, especially the liver. It also helps with bloating, weight loss, digestion, blood pressure, diabetes and countless other things. Drink this in the morning on an empty stomach and start your day right.
Provided by Suzy_Q
Categories Beverages
Time 1m
Yield 1 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 3
Steps:
- Mix ingredients in a glass. Drink on an empty stomach in the morning. Feel great.
APPLE CIDER VINEGAR MARINADE FOR CHICKEN BARBAJA W.
Apple cider vinegar marinade for chicken is an easy way to make chicken tender even if the bird is tough. My grandma also used on game,pork or beef to make it tender and moist.
Provided by barbaja w.
Categories Apple
Time 15m
Yield 1 bird, 2 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Remove chicken from package (or if living in a country where chicken is really fresh, remove feathers, entrails (do not crush any bits) head, feet and wingtips and tail).
- In a large bowl or clean sink put the chicken or cut up pieces of meat then pour on cold water until covered then add 1/2 cup of table salt or use less and 1/2 cup of apple cider vinegar.
- Move the chicken around gently in this mixture for 10 to 15 minutes. Less time is ok if you see that the skin hangs loose on the meat.
- You can add sugar or brown sugar, molasses, honey, karo syrup, pancake syrup or artificial sweetner to the soak, but that and the salt are a matter of taste.
- Rinse gently with more clean cold water.
- Now you are ready to cook stovetop, oven, crock pot, campfire or whatever.
- Even an old elderly bird will usually be tenderized.
- My grandma also used this on game to make it tender and moist.
- Remember to use a sink cleanser that contains bleach on the sink, because chicken is a funny meat. You need to be careful with utensils after they were touched by any raw meat.
- I mention the clean up, because when I was a new cook I did not know.
APPLE CIDER VINEGAR AND HONEY SALAD DRESSING
My husband loves apple cider vinegar, and he really loves this salad dressing! So do I! If you don't have honey on hand, just substitute with sugar. We like it on the tart side, but you can always adjust by decreasing the vinegar.
Provided by Tess Geer
Categories Dressings
Time 10m
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- 1. Whisk together water, vinegar, honey, salt and pepper in a a small dish.
- 2. While whisking, pour in the oil in a steady stream.
- 3. Immediately pour onto salad as dressing separates quickly. Refrigerate any unused portion for up to three days.
APPLE CIDER VINEGAR COCKTAIL
ACV has a ton of health benefits. You must use only Organic Apple Cider Vinegar which contains which contains the "mother of vinegar". I use Bragg ACV which you should be able to find at any health food store. Some people say it can help control your blood sugar, aid in digestion, it is said to be a natural lowerer of bad cholesterol, it has long been promoted as a remedy for arthritis ( the National Arthritis Foundation says apple cider vinegar has not been proven effective against arthritis but it can't hurt to try). Also many people claim it is a powerful weight loss aid allowing them to lose weight more quickly as it revs up your metabolism and contains a slew of amazingly beneficial vitamins, including B6, which is long known for its energy benefits. One thing about ACV of course is that you must make sure your dental hygine is good as the acid in ACV can eat the tooth enamel. Now, I am NOT a substitute for your medical professional only they can provide you with advice on what is safe and effective for your unique needs or diagnose your particular medical history. This is how I get my ACV in daily, and I actually like the taste.
Provided by Sooz Cooks
Categories Very Low Carbs
Time 1m
Yield 1 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 3
Steps:
- Mix well and drink. You can serve it on ice, warm it up and drink it like a cider or just drink it straight out of the glass.
APPLE CIDER VINEGAR TODDY
Steps:
- mix
APPLE CIDER VINEGAR DRESSING
I found this recipe on-line some time ago and it has become my go to recipe for a dressing to serve with Mexican food. The flavors really compliment Mexican foods.
Provided by PaulaG
Categories Salad Dressings
Time 10m
Yield 2 cups
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Place all ingredients in blender container and process until well combined. Use immediately or store covered in refrigerator.
APPLE CIDER VINEGAR
Make and share this Apple Cider Vinegar recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Azja Freeman
Categories Beverages
Time 10m
Yield 1 1 serving, 1 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 2
Steps:
- combine ingredients.
- drink.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 3.1, Sodium 7.5, Carbohydrate 0.1, Sugar 0.1
APPLE CIDER VINEGAR AND HONEY DRINK RECIPE - (4/5)
Provided by Lee
Number Of Ingredients 3
Steps:
- 1. Shake the apple cider vinegar to mix up the unfiltered part that settles at the bottom. 2. Add 2 tablespoons of apple cider vinegar to 8 ounces of warm water. 3. Add 2 tablespoons of raw honey to the mixture. 4. Stir the mixture until the honey dissolves. 5. Drink each morning or any time throughout the day.
Tips:
- Select the Right Apples: Use organic, ripe, and flavorful apples for the best vinegar.
- Maintain Cleanliness: Keep all equipment and utensils clean and sanitized to prevent contamination.
- Control Temperature: Keep the vinegar in a warm environment (around 70-80°F) to promote fermentation.
- Monitor Fermentation: Regularly check the vinegar for signs of fermentation, such as bubbles and a sour smell.
- Be Patient: Apple cider vinegar takes time to ferment, so be patient and allow the process to complete naturally.
Conclusion:
Creating your own apple cider vinegar at home is a rewarding and cost-effective way to enjoy this versatile ingredient. With careful attention to the fermentation process and a bit of patience, you can craft a high-quality vinegar that is not only delicious but also boasts numerous health benefits. Whether you use it as a salad dressing, marinade, or tonic, homemade apple cider vinegar adds a tangy flavor and a boost of goodness to your culinary creations and overall well-being.
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