Title: Orange Mint Vinegar
Categories: Condiment
Yield: 1 Servings
| 1 | sm | Orange; peel; thin spiral colored portion only |
| 1/2 | c | Mint leaves; fresh |
| | | Vinegar, white |
Remove peel (colored portion only) from 1 small orange in a thin spiral,
and place in a sterilized pint jar. Lightly bruise 1/2 cup fresh mint
leaves, add to jar. Heat apple cider or distilled white vinegar to just
below the boiling point. Fill jar with vinegar, and cap tightly. Allow to
stand 3 to 4 weeks. Strain vinegar, discarding peel and mint. Pour vinegar
into a clean sterilized jar, adding a new sprig of fresh mint, if desired.
Seal tightly.
Use in dressing for tossed green salads with orange and grapefruit
sections, or in marinades for chicken or lamb chops.