Strawberry-Balsamic Gastrique

Instructions

1. 1.

   Add the sugar and water to a medium saucepan over low heat, stirring constantly until sugar is dissolved. Do not boil.

2. 2.

   Add the strawberries and simmer, stirring occasionally, for 30 minutes.

3. 3.

   Stir in the balsamic vinegar and bring to a boil.

4. 4.

   Reduce heat and simmer, stirring occasionally, until thickened (about 30 minutes).

5. 5.

   Cool, then strain through a cheesecloth-lined, fine-mesh sieve.

Notes

Used in

• Caribbean Shrub