Organic Oregano from Sicily (best before: 2021/12/31)
Ingredients: organic oregano
25g
What Is Oregano?
*according to masterclass.com
Also known as wild marjoram and Origanum vulgare (meaning “joy of the mountain” in Greek), oregano is a fragrant culinary and medicinal herb that has been used for thousands of years. Belonging to the mint family, or Lamiaceae, oregano is known for its earthy flavor that makes it a great addition to a wide variety of dishes, from light salads to hefty Italian sauces.
What Does Oregano Taste Like?
A subtle balance between sweet and spicy, the flavor of oregano is bold and earthy with a slight bitterness that's reminiscent of the aromatic organic compound camphor. This unique flavor is due to the rich variety of essential oils within oregano, including pinene, limonene, thymol, and carvacrol.
Oregano is commonly confused with marjoram, another member of the mint family that has a similar appearance and aroma. However, marjoram has a sweet, lemony taste in contrast to oregano’s more savory flavor.
11 Recipe Ideas Using Oregano
- Italian Vinaigrette - A simple salad dressing of olive oil, red wine vinegar, dried oregano, minced garlic, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
- Basic Pizza Sauce - A universal sauce for homemade pizza can made using tomato paste, tomato sauce, dried oregano, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
- Green Pozole - A traditional Mexican soup made with chicken broth, chicken breast, salsa verde, hominy, green chiles, garlic, cumin, and Mexican oregano.
- Baked Chicken with Oregano and Lemon - Chicken breast marinated in olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, oregano, and salt. Baked until golden and served with grilled vegetables and an herby Greek yogurt sauce.
- Oregano Pesto - An alternative take on traditional pesto made with fresh oregano, pine nuts, garlic, olive oil, parmesan cheese, salt, and pepper.
- Oaxacan Mole with Mexican Oregano - Yellow mole made with guajillo chiles, Mexican cinnamon, chicken stock, saffron, tomatillos, masa harina, and dry Mexican oregano.
- Mussels with Lemon and Oregano - Mussels cooked in a mixture of white wine, olive oil, minced garlic, chopped onions, lemon juice, dried oregano, and salt. Topped with fresh oregano and served with crusty bread.
- Tomato Pasta with Oregano - A fresh tomato sauce consisting of plum tomatoes, olive oil, minced garlic, chopped fresh oregano, crushed red pepper, and seasonings. Served over cooked pasta with parmesan cheese.
- Oregano Lamb Chops - Lamb chops marinated in olive oil, dried oregano, lemon juice, and minced garlic. Grilled and served with a chopped Greek salad.
- Chimichurri Sauce - An herbaceous combination of fresh parsley, fresh garlic, olive oil, vinegar, and dried Mexican oregano.
- Eggplant and garlic confit with oregano - Chef Thomas Keller uses oil to confit Chinese eggplant and garlic, a technique that will impart a creamy, succulent texture to both.
25g