Tarragon Vinegar

Name: Tarragon Vinegar
Prep time: 10 min
Total time: 10 min
Yield: 2 cups
Ingredients: 1 cup tarragon sprigs; 2 cups white wine vinegar; Additional fresh tarragon sprig, optional

Total Time Prep: 10 min. + standing

Yield 2 cups

Test Kitchen Approved

The process in how to make tarragon vinegar is super easy and simple—and a heart-healthy ingredient to add to salads and more.

Ingredients

1 cup tarragon sprigs
2 cups white wine vinegar
Additional fresh tarragon sprig, optional

Directions

Wash tarragon and pat dry. Place in a sterilized jar. Using a wooden spoon, gently bruise the tarragon. Add the vinegar. Cover and store in a cool dark place for 2-3 weeks to let flavors develop.
Strain and discard tarragon. Pour into a sterilized decorative bottle. Add additional tarragon if desired. Store in a cool dark place for up to 6 months.

Nutrition Facts

1 tablespoon: 5 calories, 0 fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 0 sodium, 1g carbohydrate (0 sugars, 0 fiber), 0 protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1 Free food.

Add fresh tarragon sprigs to basic white wine vinegar in a decorative jar, and you'll have a lovely, contemporary gift for any cook. Include salad dressing recipes or others that could use this flavorful vinegar. —Sue Gronholz, Beaver Dam, Wisconsin

Recipe Creator

Community Cook