Description
Succulent lamb finds its perfect companion in this classic mint sauce straight from British culinary traditions. Fresh mint leaves blend seamlessly with tangy vinegar and subtle sugar, creating a zesty condiment you’ll crave alongside roasted meats.
Ingredients
Scale
Primary Herbs:
- 1 large bunch fresh mint (30g/1 oz or 1 packed cup of leaves)
Liquid Components:
- 1 cup (240 milliliters/8 fluid ounces) boiling water
- 2 tablespoons malt vinegar
Seasoning:
- 2 teaspoons sugar (caster/superfine)
- 1 pinch salt
Instructions
- Carefully pluck tender mint leaves from their stems, then meticulously chop into delicate, uniform pieces using a sharp knife.
- Pour boiling water over the chopped mint in a heat-resistant container, allowing the leaves to steep for 2-3 minutes to release their aromatic essence.
- Drain the mint through a fine-mesh strainer, immediately rinsing with cold water to prevent further cooking and preserve the vibrant green color.
- Transfer the cooled mint leaves to a small serving bowl, gently incorporating granulated sugar, tangy vinegar, and a pinch of salt.
- Let the mint mixture rest at room temperature for 20-30 minutes, enabling the flavors to meld and intensify, creating a bright, refreshing condiment ready to complement various dishes.
Notes
- Finely chop mint leaves to release maximum flavor and ensure even distribution throughout the sauce.
- Use boiling water briefly to extract mint’s essential oils without creating bitterness or losing delicate aromatics.
- Rinse mint with cold water after steeping to stop the infusion process and preserve bright green color.
- Let the sauce rest for at least 20 minutes to allow ingredients to meld and develop a balanced, complex taste profile.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Steeping
- Cuisine: British
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 10 kcal
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 0 g
- Saturated Fat: 0 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 5 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 0.3 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg