Cajun and Creole Recipes
Cajun Vinegar
Ingredients
- 1 teaspoon red wine vinegar
- 1 tablespoon black peppercorns, coarsely crushed
- 4 jalapeño peppers, quartered
- 2 garlic cloves, lightly crushed
- 1 wine bottle and cork
Instructions
- In a medium-size enameled (non-metallic) pan, bring vinegar, peppercorns, jalapeño peppers and garlic just to a boil.
- Pour into a crock or jar and let steep for 6 days.
- Strain through a cheesecloth and discard flavorings.
- Pour strained vinegar into a clean, dry wine bottle and cork.
- Store in a cool, dark place.