Dill Weed

Description

dill is an annual herb in the celery family Apiaceae. It is the only species in the genus Anethum. Dill is grown widely in Eurasia where its leaves and seeds are used as a herb or spice for flavoring food. When paired with yogurt or sour cream, dill weed can be used to make a variety of delicious dips. It is also the perfect garnish for vegetable dips or other hors o’doeuvres.

Fresh and dried dill leaves (sometimes called “dill weed” to distinguish it from dill seed) are widely used as herbs in Europe and central Asia. Like caraway, the fernlike leaves of dill are aromatic and are used to flavor many foods such as gravlax (cured salmon) and other fish dishes, borscht, and other soups, as well as pickles (where the dill flower is sometimes used).

Dill has a deliciously fresh, citrus-like taste, with a slightly grassy undertone. The trademark subtle sweetness means it works particularly well with garlic and mint, and it’s sometimes used as a substitute for parsley.

Usage:

Dill is best when used fresh, as it loses its flavor rapidly if dried, however, freeze-dried dill leaves retain their flavor relatively well for a few months. Dill oil is extracted from the leaves, stems, and seeds of the plant. The oil from the seeds is distilled and used in the manufacturing of soaps. Dill is the eponymous ingredient in dill pickles.

Description:

Dill weed, which grocery stores and garden centers commonly label as just dill, is another name for the leaves of the dill plant.  The Dill leaves are like carrot fronds in that they are wispy, thin strands attached to a thicker stem.

Dill isn’t just for pickles anymore, however; it’s a versatile herb that can be used in many kinds of food: fresh dill sprigs on roasted vegetables or a salad. dried dill or crushed dill seed to give an aromatic flavor to soups and stews. The thin feathery green leaves of dill are the main part of the plant used for cooking. Dill leaves have a bright herbal flavor and are the most tender part of the plant. This makes them ideal to be used in dishes without changing the texture.

To maintain freshness, this spice is shipped in glass bottles. That’s because glass jars can preserve the freshness of spices for up to 2 years. Glass is an awesome option for storing spices because it doesn’t react to ingredients, unlike plastics and wood. Glass doesn’t typically conduct heat and you can see what’s inside to keep track of inventory.

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