Capsaicin Free Apple Cider Reduction
Warm, tangy, and lightly spiced, this apple cider reduction is the kind of sauce that makes everything it touches taste more special. Unfiltered cider simmers down with a touch of honey, Ceylon cinnamon, and ginger until it transforms into a glossy, syrupy drizzle with serious depth of flavor. For anyone avoiding capsaicin, finding a bold, complex condiment that delivers heat-free excitement can feel like a challenge — this one absolutely delivers without a single chili or pepper in sight. The gentle warmth here comes entirely from ginger and cinnamon, both naturally free of the compound that makes spicy food off-limits for so many people. It's incredibly versatile: drizzle it over roasted pork, swirl it into oatmeal, spoon it onto a cheese board, or use it as a glaze for roasted vegetables. The technique is straightforward — just a patient simmer and a simple spoon test to know when it's ready — making this an approachable project for any skill level. Once you have a jar of this in the fridge, you'll find yourself reaching for it constantly.
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8 servings
- 2 cups fresh apple cider (unfiltered)
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 tbsp honey
- ¼ tsp ground ceylon cinnamon
- ⅛ tsp ground ginger
- 1 pinch fine sea salt
Instructions
- 1
Combine the apple cider, apple cider vinegar, honey, Ceylon cinnamon, ground ginger, and sea salt in a small saucepan over medium heat, stirring until the honey dissolves.
- 2
Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer uncovered, stirring occasionally, for 25–30 minutes, until the liquid has reduced to roughly 1/2 cup and coats the back of a spoon — a finger drawn through the coating should leave a clean line.
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