Gastrique - Glossary Term

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A thick syrupy sauce created by reducing caramelized sugar and wine or vinegar. A wine vinegar could also be used. It generally includes fruit which provides a fruit flavor. It can be served over any type of meat or seafood and is also used in tomato based sauces to counteract the acidity level.