The dill plant is versatile in that you can use both the leaves and the seeds to provide flavor. “Dill weed” is the term used for the leaves; you can use them as an herb and the seeds as a spice. Both forms of dill are essential for your spice …
Green onions and chives are both members of the large and diverse onion family. This family has other members like leeks, shallots, and scallions; all these are alliums. Green onions are Allium fistulosum, chives are Allium schoenoprasum. Given that they are related, you may wonder how similar they are. Can …
Bay leaves and basil are widely used herbs in Mediterranean cuisine. The two are often used together to flavor hearty Italian dishes, but both are present in Asian food as well. Are there any other similarities? Do these herbs taste the same or dramatically different? Let’s compare these two popular …
Thyme is one of the fresh herbs commonly used in Italian and French Cuisine. Common thyme (the most widely used variety) imparts a flavor that is both minty and earthy though some other thyme varieties have a slight lemony tang. Fresh thyme can be used to flavor everything from soups …
Cumin is an essential ingredient that many may recognize from its use in both Indian and Mexican cuisines. The spice’s flavors are pungent and are among the most distinctive elements in both curries and burritos. Cumin seeds come from a plant in the parsley family, and you can use them …
Two of the most popular herbs in the spice rack, thyme and oregano are both staple herbs in Mediterranean cooking. They both originated in that part of the world and feature heavily in the local cuisines. Another similarity between the two herbs is that they are both members of the …
There is a widespread notion that fresh herbs are superior to dried herbs, but that is not always true. Dried herbs often perform just as well as fresh and have the benefit of lasting for longer. The fact is that both forms have their benefits and drawbacks. In order to …
Parsley is best known as a garnish that can make even the simplest dishes look attractive and fancy. Perhaps less known is the fact that it is actually a versatile herb with a distinctive flavor and a range of uses. Like most herbs, parsley is available in both dried and …