Description
Learn the best methods to preserve herbs, retaining flavor and quality for year-round use.
Ingredients
- Fresh herbs (e.g., basil, parsley, cilantro)
- Olive oil (for oil infusion)
- Water (for freezing)
Instructions
- Choose fresh, vibrant herbs for preservation.
- For drying, hang bundles upside down in a dark, dry place or use a dehydrator at 95°F (35°C).
- For freezing, chop herbs and mix with water or olive oil in ice cube trays, then freeze.
- For oil infusion, heat olive oil with herbs for 10-15 minutes, cool, and strain into a bottle.
- Label all containers with the date and type of herb preserved.
Notes
Ensure herbs are completely dry before storing to prevent spoilage. Store in cool, dark places for best results.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Preservation
- Method: Drying, Freezing, Oil Infusion
- Cuisine: Various
Nutrition
- Serving Size: N/A
- Calories: 0
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 0g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg