Rice wine
vinegar is available with red or white wine bases.
Rice wine vinegar is a tangy vinegar available in white and red forms. Rice wine vinegar is milder than balsamic or sherry vinegars. Often, this vinegar is used when tossing salads or vegetables or it can be used as the main ingredient in a salad dressing or sauce. When substituting other vinegars for rice wine vinegar, find one that matches the sweet and tangy flavors found in rice wine vinegars.
Apple Cider Vinegar
Apple cider vinegar has a sweet, tangy flavor. The sweet flavor pairs well as a salad dressing or as part of a marinade. However, apple cider vinegar is not as sweet as rice wine vinegar, which means you may want to mix honey or sugar into the vinegar. Consider combining apple cider vinegar with a red wine of your choice to make a substitute for rice wine vinegar that can be used for salad dressings.
Balsamic Vinegar
Balsamic vinegar is sweeter than rice wine vinegar. Substitute balsamic vinegar when marinating meat or vegetables. The fruity flavor of balsamic vinegar can also be used to make a syrup for poaching fruits. If the balsamic vinegar is too sweet, add white vinegar to cut the sweetness.
Sherry Vinegar
Sherry vinegar is a product of southern Spain and is made using sherry wine, giving it a sour, yet sweet, taste. Substitute sherry vinegar in sauces, marinades and salad dressings. It is best paired with beef or duck rather than chicken or lamb. Sherry vinegar can be a base for a sauce or added to one for a tarter taste.
White Wine Vinegar
White wine vinegar can be more tangy than rice wine vinegar. To lessen the intensity, mix one part water with three parts white vinegar before adding it to your recipe. Use white wine vinegar in recipes for soups, sauces or vinaigrettes. Additionally, white wine vinegar can be infused with herbs and fruits for homemade vinegars.
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