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OUR VINEGAR IN GASTRONOMY

The aromatic concentration that the Sherry Vinegar acquires through the system of “Criaderas & Solera”, reflected in its dark mahogany colour, makes “CAPIRETE” Sherry Vinegar a peerless condiment in world gastronomy. Only a few drops of this vinegar are sufficient to turn any dish into a culinary fiesta. Its sharp, yet harmonious bouquet transports us to the magic world of the cellars; sunlight filtering through esparto blinds dimly illuminating the oaken butts. On the palate, the vinegar’s acid notes contrast with the surprising roundness that it has acquired during years of ageing.

If producing our Sherry Vinegar is an art, making the most of it also requires us to bear its characteristics in mind. Its possibilities are boundless, as the word’s most prestigious chefs have discovered. However, its aromatic potency and extraordinary degree of concentration advise that care be taken when using it. In salads, in seasoning all types of dishes, in stews and sauces, a few drops of «CAPIRETE» Sherry Vinegar add a touch of magic, transforming and giving character to the most varied recipes. It is essential in vinaigrettes, pickles and marinades; cold sauces, such as mayonnaise or mustard, on hot sauces.

Below are some recipes that show the great versatility of Sherry Vinegar as the basis of all types of dishes.

Thai Sauce Sherry Vinegar style

Ingredients: 1 lemongrass bulb finely chopped 8 g. coriander, cut in fine strips 5 g. chives 1 tablespoon Thai fish sauce 1 tablespoon soy sauce 6 tablespoon of «CAPIRETE» Extra Virgin Olive Oil 2 tablespoon of «CAPIRETE» Sweet “PX” Sherry Vinegar Black pepper Preparation: Blend all of the ingredients together in a...
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Ravigote Sauce

Ingredients: 6 tablespoon of «CAPIRETE» Extra Virgin Olive Oil 2 tablespoon of «CAPIRETE» Sherry Vinegar 30g. capers 30g. small pickles, finely diced 40g. fine herbs, scissor-cut 30g. onion, finely chopped Salt and pepper Preparation: Place all of the ingredients together in a bowl and mix thoroughly. It’s as easy as...
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Chimichurri Sauce

Ingredients: 5 tablespoon of «CAPIRETE» Extra Virgin Olive Oil 5 tablespoon of «CAPIRETE» Sherry Vinegar 1/2 onion, chopped 6g. garlic, chopped 1 red bell pepper, roasted 1 green bell pepper, roasted 20g. parsley 3g. oregano 1g. ground chilli pepper 2 cloves 1 cayenne pepper Salt and pepper Preparation: In a...
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Marinade

Ingredients: 2 tablespoons «CAPIRETE» Sherry Vinegar 4 tablespoons «CAPIRETE» Extra Virgin Olive Oil 3 tablespoons hot water 5g. black peppercorns 5g. dill 15g. sugar Salt Preparation: In a mixing bowl, combine the sugar, salt, dill, pepper and Sherry Vinegar. Add the hot water and mix using a wire whisk. At...
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Gazpacho – Spanish Cold Soup

Cold Tomato Soup is a very typical and traditional summer dish which appears in restaurants. It is generally eaten as a starter and is very refreshing in the heat of the afternoon. Ingredients: 4 large tomatoes 1 small cucumber peeled 1 clove of garlic half a small onion 1 small...
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Tzatzki yoghurt dressing

Ingredients: 1 natural yogurt 1/2 green pepper 1/2 cucumber 1/2 spring onion 1 clove of garlic 4 tablespoon «CAPIRETE» Sweet “PX” Sherry Vinegar 7 tablespoon «CAPIRETE» Extra Virgin Olive Oil Preparation: Peel the garlic, spring onion and cucumber. Next, wash the green pepper and remove the seeds and filaments. Afterwards,...
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Truffle Vinaigrette

Ingredients: 20g. black truffle 50g. shallots Chopped scallion 8 tablespoons «CAPIRETE» Sherry Vinegar 5 tablespoons «CAPIRETE» Extra Virgin Olive Oil 100g. fresh white cheese Pepper Salt Preparation: Blend all of the ingredients of the vinaigrette together, except for the white cheese, to be added just moments before serving. Salt and...
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Aioli Sauce

Aioli is simply a salsa made from garlic and extra virgin olive oil. This well-known and well-loved Spanish garlic mayonnaise is also spelled alioli , all-i-oli depending on where you come from in Spain. This version is based on the more traditional aioli recipe. Lemon juice gives a great, color,...
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Rabbit with Sherry Vinegar

Ingredients: 1 rabbit, cleaned and cut into pieces 3 red onions, sliced 1/4 litre of «CAPIRETE» Sherry Vinegar 1/4 litre of Sherry Preparation: Place the sliced onions in an earthenware bowl and lay the rabbit, cut into pieces, over it. Add the vinegar, wine, stock and bake in the oven...
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Jerezano style sea bream

Ingredients (for 2 people): One 1 kggilthead sea bream 3 garlic cloves 3 spoonfuls of «CAPIRETE» Extra Virgin Olive Oil 1 spoonful of «CAPIRETE» Sherry Vinegar 2 piquillo peppers Preparation: Open the sea bream and remove the central bone. Slice the garlic and sauté in a frying pan with extra...
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