Acidic ingredients like vinegar, citrus, and fermented products can add brightness and balance to your dishes, enhancing flavors and providing contrast.

Common Acidic Ingredients

• Vinegar: Adds sharpness and is great in dressings and marinades.
• Lemon/Lime Juice: Provides freshness and balances rich dishes.
• Yogurt/Buttermilk: Offers tanginess and tenderizes meats.
• Tomatoes: Naturally acidic, perfect for sauces and soups.

Using Acid Effectively

• Balance Flavors: Counteract sweetness or richness with a splash of acid.
• Enhance Vegetables: Brighten up roasted or grilled veggies.
• Marinate Proteins: Tenderize meats and infuse flavor.

Experiment with acid in your cooking and create balanced spice blends using our Spice Blend Calculator.