Oregano

Scientific Name: Origanum Vulgare

Origin: Mediterranean 

Fresh Oregano

Herb Relations: Marjoram 

Medicinal Qualities: 

• Rich is natural sources of Vitamin K and fibre. 
• High in iron, manganese and other minerals
• Known to alleviate sore throats. 
• Fresh oregano contains thymol and carvacrol, two oils which fight off bacterial infections. 
• On a weight basis, oregano has 42 time more antioxidants than apples, 30 times more than potatoes, 12 times more than oranges and 4 times more than blueberries.

Dried Oregano

Food Applications: Dried oregano is stronger in flavour than fresh oregano, having an aromatic slightly bitter and peppery taste. Commonly used to flavour roasted vegetables, meat, fish and tomato based sauces. Other uses include salad dressings, pasta sauces and meal garnishes (fresh).

Blog Recipes: (Click to Open)

• Pumpkin Risotto with Feta and Oregano