Indulge in the symphony of flavors offered by elderflower vinaigrette, a culinary masterpiece that elevates simple salads to extraordinary heights. This versatile dressing, crafted with the delicate essence of elderflower, adds a floral touch to your favorite greens. Discover the secrets of creating this delightful vinaigrette, along with a collection of tempting recipes that showcase its versatility. From classic salads to grilled meats and seafood, each recipe highlights the unique harmony between the sweet and tangy notes of elderflower vinaigrette. Get ready to embark on a culinary journey where freshness and flavor come together in perfect balance.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
ELDERFLOWER VINAIGRETTE
This dressing is perfect for salad greens or over warm new potatoes. Recipe from http://britishfood.about.com. St. Germain Elderflower Liqueur is a popular brand of Elderflower cordial (unless you want to be smart and make your own using French Tart's Recipe #414594 here on Zaar).
Provided by januarybride
Categories Salad Dressings
Time 5m
Yield 1 cup, 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Place all the ingredients in a screw top jar, screw on the lid and shake vigorously until the all the ingredients are incorporated and creamy.
- Serve immediately on baby leaf salads or as a dressing on hot new potatoes. The dressing also makes a good light sauce for fish or baked chicken.
ELDERFLOWER CORDIAL
Elderflower cordial makes a wonderfully, refreshing summer drink but the cordial has other uses and also makes a stunning Elderflower vinaigrette recipe. Use this as you would any other vinaigrette for a delicious, light sweet dressing for your salads. It also makes a good light sauce for fish or baked chicken.
Provided by Baby Kato
Categories Salad Dressings
Time 10m
Yield 2 1/2 cups dressing
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Place all the ingredients in a screw top jar, screw on the lid and shake vigorously until the all the ingredients are incorporated and creamy.
- Serve immediately on baby leaf salad or as a dressing on hot new potatoes, or over fish or baked chicken for an extra yummy treat.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 401.4, Fat 43.4, SaturatedFat 6, Sodium 46.5, Carbohydrate 4.8, Fiber 0.1, Sugar 4.6, Protein 0.2
Tips:
- To make the elderflower vinegar, combine 1 cup of elderflowers, 1 cup of white wine vinegar, and 1/4 cup of sugar in a jar. Seal the jar and shake it well. Store the jar in a cool, dark place for 2 weeks, shaking it occasionally. After 2 weeks, strain the vinegar through a cheesecloth-lined sieve into a clean jar.
- When making the vinaigrette, whisk together the elderflower vinegar, olive oil, Dijon mustard, honey, salt, and pepper until well combined. Taste the vinaigrette and adjust the seasonings as needed.
- The vinaigrette can be used on salads, grilled vegetables, or fish. It can also be used as a marinade for chicken or pork.
- Store the vinaigrette in a jar or bottle in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
Conclusion:
Elderflower vinaigrette is a delicious and versatile dressing that can be used on a variety of dishes. It is a great way to add a floral flavor to your salads, grilled vegetables, or fish. The vinaigrette is also a great way to use up elderflowers when they are in season.
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