This concoction of vinegar and pungent aromatics was once used to ward off the Black Death
Naturally, Artisan Damson & Sloe Vinegar works perfectly for dressing a salad, either in a vinaigrette or accompanied solely by good olive oil. However, there are lots of other interesting uses for this versatile ingredient. Below are a few ideas: first, a recipe for a breakfast or dessert, and then a few quick tips for spicing up your kitchen with damson vinegar.
Grapefruit salad
Embracing the floral quality of the damson vinegar, this bright Middle Eastern-inspired salad combines many flavours and textures. It can be the perfect morning pick-me-up or a refreshing dessert. Feel free to replace the grapefruit with other citrus fruits, such as blood or navel oranges, mixing and matching with whatever you have on hand.
Ingredients for 2 servings
2 grapefruits, peeled and sliced (or segmented if you’re feeling fancy)
½ cup caster sugar
½ cup damson vinegar
1 dash orange blossom water (optional)
Garnish ideas:
½ cup shredded coconut, lightly toasted in the oven
½ cup pomegranate seeds
A small handful of mint leaves, roughly chopped
A few pieces of candied stem ginger, finely chopped
Combine the sugar, vinegar, and orange blossom water in a small saucepan and heat over medium-low heat. Stir until the sugar dissolves and syrup comes to a simmer. Remove from the heat.
Arrange the grapefruit in one serving dish or individual plates, pouring over the slightly cooled syrup to coat. Decorate with coconut, pomegranate, mint, and/or ginger.
You will have syrup left over, which you can mix with still or sparkling water for a refreshing drink. Or use as a 'shrub' mixer with rum or brandy. Or try drizzling it on some granola-topped yogurt!
Quick Tips
Happy experimenting!
Beatrix Swanson
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