What is Worcestershire sauce?

What is Worcestershire sauce?

HomeCooking Tips, RecipesWhat is Worcestershire sauce?

A Guide to Buying and Cooking Worcestershire Sauce

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Worcestershire sauce has a distinctive flavor but it can be hard to identify the complex list of ingredients by taste alone. Enjoyed for generations it was developed in 1835 by two Worcester chemists Lea and Perrins. Worcestershire sauce is a staple in cooking used in marinades and as a seasoning. It also serves as a key ingredient in Bloody Mary mix.

Worcestershire sauce is a fermented condiment made from a vinegar base and flavored with anchovies molasses tamarind onion garlic and other spices. The flavor is savory and sweet with a distinct sharpness provided by the vinegar. The most common form of Worcestershire sauce is not suitable for a vegetarian or vegan diet and cannot be used in a kosher meal that includes meat. Depending on the brand it may or may not be gluten-free.