Rice Vinegar
Condiment◎ Good year-round
Used in 14 of 203 cuisines (7%)
Rice vinegar is light and mildly tangy, offering a subtle sweetness that balances flavors in a variety of dishes. Its clear, thin consistency makes it an essential component in dressings and marinades.
Where it comes from
A staple in East Asian cuisine, rice vinegar has been used for centuries, particularly in Japanese and Chinese cooking, where it enhances the umami of various dishes.
In the kitchen
In the kitchen, rice vinegar is primarily used in dressings, marinades, and pickling, elevating the overall flavor with its delicate acidity.
Across cuisines
American-Chinese
The tart counterweight to all that sugar, sharpest in sweet-and-sour sauces.
Nutrition (per 100g)
~14kcalCal
~0.0gProtein
~0.0gFat
~0.3gCarbs
~0.0gFiber
AI-estimated; model and run unavailable.
Pairs well with
Sushi Rice
Fold gently while warm. Vinegar's tang lifts rice, giving it that signature sushi zing. Don't overmix to avoid mush.
Kombu
Steep kombu in rice vinegar for a few hours. Kombu's umami softens vinegar's sharpness, perfect for pickling.
Sugar
Dissolve sugar in vinegar over low heat. Sweet cuts through the sharp, creating a balanced base for pickling.
Ginger
Steep sliced ginger in vinegar. The heat of ginger rounds out the vinegar's sharpness, perfect for marinades.
