Comments: (From The Cook's Thesaurus -http://www.foodsubs.com/Vinegars.html)Umeboshi vinegar = umeboshi plum vinegar = ume vinegar = ume plum vinegar = pickled plum vinegar = plum vinegar. This Japanese vinegar is quite salty, and it has a distinctive, slightly fruity flavor. It's typically used in dips and salad dressings. Substitutes: red wine vinegar (Since this isn't as salty as umeboshi vinegar, you may want to add salt or soy sauce to the dish.)Umeboshi vinegar has a refreshing, unique, fruity tartness that is a delicious alternative to your regular vinegar. Try it in salad dressings, sauces, stir fries, and greens.

2	med.	Beets, scrubbed, boiled until soft
1	Cup	Water
	Pinch	Salt
1 1/2	tsp.	Horseradish
2 1/4	tsp.	Red Wine Vinegar
2 1/4	tsp.	Umeboshi Vinegar*

Blend all ingredients together until smooth, Serve over cooked Potato Patties or Croquettes.