Especias y Hierbas

Dried Greek oregano

Dried Greek oregano
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Ingredient Information

Name

Dried Greek oregano

Category

Especias y Hierbas

Popularity

8 recipes

Status

Inactive

Description

Dried Greek oregano is an aromatic herb highly valued in Mediterranean cuisine for its intense, slightly bitter, and slightly spicy flavor. It is obtained from the dried leaves of the Origanum vulgare subspecies hirtum plant, primarily native to Greece and nearby Mediterranean regions. It is an essential ingredient in dishes such as salads, sauces, meats, and pizzas, where it provides a characteristic aroma and enhances the flavor of foods.

Dried Greek oregano stands out for its high concentration of essential oils like carvacrol and thymol, which not only give it its distinctive aroma but also possess antioxidant and antimicrobial properties. Furthermore, it is a source of minerals such as calcium, iron, and manganese, and contains compounds that may help improve digestion and strengthen the immune system.

In different regions of Latin America, oregano may be known by other names, although the most common term for this dried herb in cooking is simply oregano. However, in some countries, it is called common oregano or Mediterranean oregano to distinguish it from local varieties or those with a less intense flavor. For recipes, it is important to use dried Greek oregano when a more robust and authentic Mediterranean cuisine flavor is desired.

Nutritional Properties

42.6g
fiber
1997mg
calcium
42mcg
folate
44.1mg
iron
1269mg
potassium
306
calories
270mg
magnesium
11g
proteins
50mg
vitamin c
7.0g
total fats
64g
carbohydrates

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