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10 Versatile Herbs To Always Have In The Kitchen

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10 Versatile Herbs To Always Have In The Kitchen

Herbs not only elevate the taste of your dishes and give it a healthy boost, they’re also really versatile and be used in both drinks and food.

by Atika Lim  /   January 26, 2018

Herbs not only elevate the taste of your dishes and give it a healthy boost, they’re also really versatile and be used in both drinks and food.

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10 Versatile Herbs To Always Have In The Kitchen
1. Sweet Basil
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Sweet basil can be added to pasta to give it an intense clove like taste. It’s also used in mojitos and other drinks. Simply bruise some basils, add them to carbonated soda and you’re done!

Related: Chili Basil Stir-Fried Pumpkin

2. Coriander
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It’s used as a garnish by most households but coriander can also be turned into a pesto for a marinade, dip or for pasta.

Related: Lamb Rogan Josh with Cumin Rice

3. Rosemary
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Whether you’re roasting chicken or grilling some fish, rosemary goes great with most types of meats.

Related: Roast Spring Chicken

4. Sage
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Sage is excellent for seasoning poultry, fish and beef. Its flower can also be added to salads for a refreshing addition.

Related: Roast Turkey With Sage Stuffing

5. Parsley
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Just like coriander, parsley is often used as a garnish but it’s great for making pestos, salad dressings and tabbouleh.

Related: Shredded Paprika Chicken Salad

6. Thyme
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When paired with other ingredients like onions, garlic and butter, thyme’s flavour gets elevated.Thyme’s also great for stews and soups.

Related: Grilled Lemon and Thyme Sardines

7. Oregano
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Oregano is great for use in egg and poultry dishes because it helps to give a fragrant scent and adds flavour too.

Related: Grilled Vegetable and Mozzarella Toasts

8. Chives
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Chives are usually eaten or served with sour cream and gives a light onion-like flavour. It’s also great with fish and potatoes.

Related: Salmon Pasta

9. Dill
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Dill is regularly used in flavourful foods like cheese, gravlax and seafood because of its sharp flavour.

Related: Smoked Salmon and Potato Salad

10. Mint
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Mint can be used in both sweet and savoury dishes and is well loved by Mediterraneans for seasoning their lamb and salads.

Related: Peas and Ricotta Pasta

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