A menu in which the protagonist is Balsamic Vinegar of Modena

The Balsamic Vinegar of Modena is one of Italy’s culinary treasures, accompanied by a tradition dating back centuries. This dark, fragrant condiment is known for its sweet-and-sour flavour and enveloping aroma that can turn a simple dish into an extraordinary culinary experience.

Today we offer you a kind of sample menu, which you can take as a starting point and use for inspiration in the kitchen. Together we will take a short journey through different dishes, from starter to dessert, that can be made by putting balsamic vinegar in the foreground. Of course, there are many more dishes to try, but we have chosen a few of our favourites. Whatever dish you choose, balsamic can enrich every bite!

The starter? A good beef carpaccio with balsamic vinegar reduction

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Let’s start our culinary journey with a light and delicious starter: beef carpaccio. This thinly textured cut of meat can be served with a reduction of Balsamic Vinegar of Modena. The flavour of the latter perfectly balances the rich taste and tender texture of the meat, creating a real explosion of flavours in the mouth.

Risotto with Balsamic Vinegar of Modena and porcini mushrooms

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Risotto with porcini mushrooms is creamy and has a delicate yet addictive flavour. With a drizzle of balsamic vinegar it can become even tastier. This seasoning gives a touch of sour and sweet-sour taste that perfectly balances the dish. The balsamic will enhance the flavour of the porcini mushrooms without covering it up in any way.

Pork fillet as a main course

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As a second course, we recommend a succulent pork fillet glazed with a balsamic vinegar reduction. The tender pork marries beautifully with the sweet and sour flavour of Balsamic Vinegar of Modena: it will create a tasty contrast that will satisfy even the most discerning palates!

What about grilled vegetables?

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The balsamic vinegar menu can be enhanced by a fresh, light side dish such as a mixed salad. Too simple? Alternatively, opt for a grilled vegetable side dish. To make these side dishes special, simply add Balsamic Vinegar of Modena, which will add an intense and rich flavour to the various ingredients.

Dessert: panna cotta with balsamic vinegar reduction

We end our menu with a refined dessert: panna cotta, a sweet and velvety cream that can be served with fresh strawberries (when available) and a balsamic vinegar reduction. This dessert is a symphony of sweetness and acidity: the balsamic enhances the flavour of the strawberries and complements the panna cotta sublimely.

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How to make a menu with Balsamic Vinegar of Modena even more unique?

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It certainly won’t be a light menu, but it can certainly be an example to take inspiration from. To make it even more special, it will be important to choose a high-quality Balsamic Vinegar of Modena. We at Acetaia Marchi prepare this dressing in our our Acetaia and sell it in our Balsamic Shop. Therefore, we invite you to make a visit to our Acetaia, which will enable you to discover the secrets of the production of balsamic vinegar, handed down from generation to generation. Afterwards, you can drop by our Bottega: we will offer you many products to taste and bring to your table!