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OREGANO
Mediterranean Oregano is the dried leaf of Origanum vulgare L., a
perennial herb in the mint family.
Mexican Oregano is the dried leaf of
one of several plants of the Lippia genus.
Traditional Ethnic Uses
Oregano is the spice that gives pizza its characteristic flavour. It is
also usually used in chilli powder.
Taste and Aroma
Oregano has a pungent odour and flavour. Mexican Oregano is a bit stronger
than Mediterranean Oregano.
A Few Ideas
Oregano tastes great with tomato, egg, or cheese based foods, and is
also a great addition to many lamb, pork, and beef main dishes.
Try
sautéing aromatic vegetables in olive oil with garlic and Oregano. You
can make a savoury sauce with melted butter, lemon juice and a bit of
Oregano.
Drizzle it over grilled fish and poultry. An easy way to accent
pasta sauces, salad dressings, and ground meat dishes is with a dusting
of crushed Oregano leaves.
To release its flavour, crush Oregano by hand
or with a mortar and pestle before using it in your recipes
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