Balsamic Reduction - Honey & Rooibos - Cape Treasures

A rich, dark vinegar reduction with satisfying viscosity and distinctive notes of honey, supported by the sweet, herby, 'tea' notes of Rooibos.

Its the well modulated sweetness and warmth that earn this infusion its fans: its gentle enough for a 'yellow, orange and red' salad, with sufficient presence to stand its ground with pork and game birds.

A great friend of mustard - it works exceedingly well in a mustard sauce - provides the sweet and sour 'bookends' that make mustard flavours glow.

Brush the cut ends of a pork belly with reduction before cooking, and again while its resting (avoid the crackling - it will spoil the crackle!). Meantime, make a green apple sauce to serve on the side; add a splash or two (taste before adding the second!) of reduction to the pan juices, thicken with a few spoons of the apple sauce (it will add an intriguing 'echo')...

Need more inspiration? Click or scan to go to our Food Book on Turqle.com

Turqle in South Africa pays 2,5% of turnover to the Fair Trade Trust. This means that (amongst other things), since 2003 we made a contribution towards the school fees of at least 200 children per year. Isn't that nice to know?