Savory Vinegar Reduction Sauce

Ingredients

- 1 cup vinegar (apple cider vinegar recommended)
- 1/2 cup chicken stock
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/8 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves (optional for garnish)

Instructions

1. Preparation:
- Set out all your ingredients and have them ready before beginning the cooking process.

2. Initial Setup:
- Place a medium-sized saucepan over medium heat on your stove.

3. Combine Ingredients:
- Pour 1 cup of vinegar and 1/2 cup of chicken stock into the saucepan.
- Add 1/4 cup of brown sugar, stirring gently to dissolve.

4. Simmer the Mixture:
- Increase the heat to medium-high and bring the mixture to a gentle boil.
- Reduce the heat to a simmer, allowing the mixture to cook undisturbed for about 15 minutes, or until the sauce reduces by half. Stir occasionally to prevent burning.

5. Finish the Sauce:
- Lower the heat to low and add 1 tablespoon of unsalted butter, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and 1/8 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper.
- Stir continuously until the butter is completely melted and the sauce is smooth and glossy.

6. Garnish and Serve:
- Remove the sauce from the heat and let it cool slightly.
- For an optional touch, garnish with fresh thyme leaves before serving.
- Serve warm over grilled meats, roasted vegetables, or as a dipping sauce.

Preparation & Cooking Times

- Preparation Time: PT5M
5 minutes
- Cooking Time: PT20M
20 minutes

Total Time

- PT25M
25 minutes

Type of Dish

- Sauce

Keywords

- Vinegar reduction
- Sauce recipe
- Stove-top sauce
- Savory sauce
- Gourmet reduction
- Vinegar-based condiment
- Chicken stock sauce
- Homemade glaze
- Culinary vinegar sauce
- Butter vinegar mix

Recipe Yield

- Feeds 4 adults

Calories

- Approximately 280 calories for the entire dish

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