Recipe
Oregano vinegar
- Herb:
- Oregano Origanum vulgare
- Method:
- Herbal vinegar
- Plant part:
- Leaf
About 30 minBeginnerRecipe science profile
Procedure
- Chop fresh or dried leaf and fill the jar about one third full.
- Cover with good apple or wine vinegar (about 5–6 %), and close.
- Macerate 2–3 weeks, shaking occasionally, then strain into a bottle; use in salads and marinades.
Extraction
- Herb:
- proportions according to the recipe steps on the card
- Solvent:
- medium composition (water, alcohol, oil, honey…) see the individual steps
- Shelf life:
- after preparation, store hygienically and according to the type of product (cool conditions, light, alcohol)
- Target compounds:
- indicative home extraction — the profile depends on temperature, cutting time and proportions
Notes
Maceration takes weeks; dilute the vinegar before use if it is too intense.
Why it works
Home preparation following this recipe is mainly educational and cultural; it should not be assumed to match the extractive or safety profile of registered medicines or standardized extracts. Check specific effects, drug interactions, and contraindications on the herb card and with your clinician if you use prescription drugs.
Related
Oregano — Herb card
Herbal vinegar — Processing method detail