What is Worcestershire sauce, and how is it made?

But Worcestershire sauce is not so much a single ingredient as an amalgam of many ingredients.

Merchants trading with the Far East brought examples back.

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Revisiting the sauce, they found it had matured into a miraculous creation.

They first sold it in 1837.

Worcestershire Sauce Substitutes

Youre out of Worcestershire?

Jar of Homemade Worcestershire Sauce on a Decorative Wooden Board Covered in Ingredients (Halved Orange, Coriander Seeds, Garlic Cloves, Cloves, and Lemon Wedges)

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Its a because you want to as opposed to a because you have to proposition.

Is this homemade recipe better than storebought?

Of the prepared options, thats the one I recommend.

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Its a few bucks more than other bottles, but it pays off in nuance.

Is Worcestershire Sauce Vegan?

Commercial Worcestershire sauce is usually pescatarianthat is, it includes fish in the form of anchovies.

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So its neither vegan nor vegetarian.

I simply leave the anchovies out and instead add other umami-rich ingredients.

The recipe were sharing is vegan, making it perfect for ourVegan Cincinnati Chili recipe.

Spoonful of Worcestershire Sauce Lifted from a Jar Sitting on a Decorative Wooden Board Covered in Garlic Cloves and Cloves

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No need to refrigerate.

Any DIY Worcestershire sauce recipe that says you have to refrigerate it is automatically suspect!

Likenocino, a good batch of Worcestershire sauce only gets better with time.

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Its very much in keeping with the spirit of this storied sauce.

Recipes Featuring Worcestershire Sauce

Worcestershire Sauce

Steeping time for this recipe is 1 month.

This version happens to be vegan.

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If you have a vent, turn it to high, or pop kick open the windows.

The simmering vinegar smell will be strong and sharp.

Cover the pot and bring to a simmer over medium heat.

Homemade Worcestershire Sauce in a Pot

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Let the mixture cool to room temperature.

Now its time to age it.

Remove and discard the cinnamon stick, then pour the mixture into a 1-quart canning jar.

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Its fine to check on your brew as it sits, though changes will be gradual.

After aging, pour the sauce through a fine mesh sieve lined with one layer of cheesecloth.

Once most of the liquid has drained, press the solids to squeeze out any remaining liquid.

Worcestershire Sauce Strained into a Bowl Through a Cheese Cloth Lined Colander

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If you have a strainer with very fine mesh, you’re able to skip the cheesecloth.

Taste the sauce, which will have softened in character.

If it seems overly concentrated, thin it out a tiny bit with filtered water.

Label and date the bottle.

The sauce will continue to mature and mellow in the bottle, only getting better with time.

Itll keep in a dark cupboard for at least 5 years.

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