Italian Macerated Strawberries

Krysta

These macerated strawberries are a popular Italian summer dessert. The combination of ingredients might be surprising, but it tastes delicious. Someone always asks me for the recipe when I make it. Be sure to use good-quality balsamic vinegar.

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Prep Time 10

Additional Time 10

Total Time 20

Course Dessert

Cuisine Italian

Servings 6

Calories 85 kcal

Ingredients

¼ cup balsamic vinegar
2 tablespoons white sugar
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
2 pints fresh strawberries hulled and quartered
1 ounce square unsweetened chocolate grated, or to taste

Instructions

Combine vinegar, sugar, and black pepper together in a bowl. Stir in strawberries to coat; marinate in the refrigerator until chilled, about 10 minutes.
Garnish with grated chocolate before serving.