Description
Blackberry Balsamic Glaze combines tangy balsamic vinegar, sweet maple syrup, and fresh blackberries to create a versatile, flavorful sauce. Perfect for drizzling over grilled meats, roasted vegetables, or desserts, and it even doubles as a jam!
Ingredients
For the Blackberry Balsamic Glaze:
240 ml balsamic vinegar
60 ml maple syrup (optional, for sweetness)
15 g fresh mint leaves, basil, or herbs of your choice (optional)
150 g fresh blackberries
For the Simple Glaze:
1 cup powdered sugar
2–3 tablespoons milk (any dairy type)
Instructions
- Prepare the Ingredients:
- In a small saucepan, combine balsamic vinegar, maple syrup (if using), herbs (optional), and fresh blackberries. Gently crush the berries with your fingers or a spoon.
- Bring to a Boil:
- Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a boil.
- Simmer the Mixture:
- Reduce the heat to low and simmer, stirring occasionally until it thickens, about 20-25 minutes.
- Strain the Glaze:
- Once the mixture has reduced and thickened, strain it through a fine mesh sieve to remove berry solids. Set aside the glaze and reserve the berry mixture for jam.
- Make the Jam:
- Transfer the strained berry mixture to a separate container. This becomes the jam.
- Cool and Store:
- Let both the glaze and jam cool to room temperature, then store them in airtight containers in the fridge.
Notes
Fresh mint or basil enhances the flavor but is optional. Feel free to use your favorite herbs.
Save the strained berry solids for a delicious homemade jam, perfect for toast, yogurt, or desserts.
The glaze may thicken as it cools. If needed, heat it gently and add a bit of water to adjust the consistency.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20-25 minutes
- Category: Sauce, Jam
- Method: Simmering, Straining
- Cuisine: Fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tablespoon
- Calories: 50
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 10mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
