Tuesday, September 15, 2009

Tuesday’s Cupful: Dill

An herb to refresh the palate


Dill (Anethum graveolens) belongs to the parsley family. Look for green leaves that look like delicate feather plumes. Meanwhile, dill seed can be found in the seasonings or spice aisle at the supermarket. This herb and its seeds are known for their minty and slightly bitter flavor and dill tea is believed to be a remedy for insomnia. Dill seed and dill weed are also used in pickling. The seeds have a stronger flavor with a more pungent aroma. We suggest using dill weed to enhance the flavor of steamed salmon, shrimp scampi, or veggie dip. Sprinkle dill seed on tuna or egg salad to give them a flavorful twist. Can you think of other uses for dill?

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