How to Buy Fresh Herbs
Choose herbs that look and smell fresh., Reject herbs that look or smell past their prime.
Step-by-Step Guide
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Step 1: Choose herbs that look and smell fresh.
Signs of fresh herbs include:
The freshest herbs should resemble a living plant.
The leaves should be vividly and uniformly colored.
Stems should be crisp.
The herb should not sag if you hold it upright.
Fresh herbs have a pleasant, robust fragrance.
They smell appetizing. -
Step 2: Reject herbs that look or smell past their prime.
Things to be concerned about include:
Plants that have a dry appearance.
Shriveled leaves or leaves that are turning brown or yellow.
Limp or wilting herbs.
Symptoms of decay, including the presence of slime or mold.
Avoid any herb that has a foul aroma.
Damaged stems and leaves.
Herbs become less flavorful when oils exit via these imperfections.
Herbs with faint or no fragrance.
Detailed Guide
Signs of fresh herbs include:
The freshest herbs should resemble a living plant.
The leaves should be vividly and uniformly colored.
Stems should be crisp.
The herb should not sag if you hold it upright.
Fresh herbs have a pleasant, robust fragrance.
They smell appetizing.
Things to be concerned about include:
Plants that have a dry appearance.
Shriveled leaves or leaves that are turning brown or yellow.
Limp or wilting herbs.
Symptoms of decay, including the presence of slime or mold.
Avoid any herb that has a foul aroma.
Damaged stems and leaves.
Herbs become less flavorful when oils exit via these imperfections.
Herbs with faint or no fragrance.
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